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SawStop
®
OWNER’S MANUAL
10” INDUSTRIAL CABINET SAW
Models CB31230, CB33230, CB51230,
CB53230, CB53480, CB73230, CB73480
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Copyright, SawStop, LLC
All Rights Reserved
3rd printing, November 2009
Interim Revision V3.2 (March 2010)
Updates of this manual may be
available at www.sawstop.com
The saw shown on the front cover includes
the optional 36” fence and extension table. Your saw
may look different.
SawStop, the SawStop blade logo, and the configuration of this product are either registered trademarks
or trademarks of SawStop, LLC. Software copyright by SawStop, LLC. All rights reserved. Protected by
one or more of the following U.S. patents 6857345, 6997090, 7024975, 7055417, 7098800, 7100483,
7197969, 7210383, 7225712, 7228772, 7284467, 7308843, 7350445, 7359174, 7472634, 7481140,
7525055, 7536238, 7600455, 7610836, 7640835, 7661343, 7681479, Taiwan patent 143466, Australia
patent 785422, and Canada patent 2389596. Additional U.S. and foreign patents pending.
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To Our Customers
Thank you for purchasing a SawStop cabinet saw! It is the safest, most advanced table saw ever made. As you
will soon discover, the features of the SawStop cabinet saw establish new standards in the table saw industry.
Your saw includes our revolutionary, award-winning technology that can tell the difference between cutting
wood and cutting a person. If you ever accidentally contact the moving blade, the technology will detect that contact
and stop the blade in milliseconds to minimize any injury.
This manual tells you more about your saw and how to operate and maintain it. Please read the manual
carefully. The manual also includes our warranty and important safety information.
Again, thanks for purchasing a SawStop saw. We are confident you will be pleased with its performance. If you
ever have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us at the address below.
SawStop, LLC
9564 S.W. Tualatin Road
Tualatin, Oregon 97062 USA
Phone - (503) 570-3200
Fax - (503) 570-3303
Email - [email protected]
www.sawstop.com
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Table of Contents
Warranty 5
No Warranty of Safety 5
If You Have an Accident 5
Safety 6
WARNINGS 6
Warning Labels 8
The SawStop Safety System 10
Unpacking Your Saw 13
Get to Know Your Saw 14
Setting Up Your Saw 1. Saw Placement: 2. Extension Wing Assembly: 3. Table and Extension Wing Cleaning: 4. Rip Fence Installation: 5. Tilt Hand Wheel Handle Installation: 6. Blade or Dado Installation: 7. Brake Position Adjustment: 8. Blade Guard / Riving Knife Installation: 9. Table Insert Installation: 10. Connection of Dust Collection: 11. Electrical Power Connection: 12. Disconnect Switch: 13. Access Door Interlock Switches: 16
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Table of Contents
Using Your Saw 1. Adjusting the Blade Height: 2. Adjusting the Blade Tilt Angle: 3. Turning on Main Power and Starting the Motor: 4. System Status Codes: 5. Using the Saw in Bypass Mode: 6. Using the Blade Guard: 7. Using the Riving Knife: 8. Using the Miter Gauge: 9. Cross-Cutting: 10. Rip Cutting: 11. Changing the Brake Cartridge: What to do if the SawStop Safety System Activates Making Adjustments to Your Saw 1. Aligning the Table: 2. Aligning the Blade Elevation Assembly: 3. Aligning the Blade to the Tilt Axis: 4. Adjusting the Elevation Limit Stops: 5. Adjusting the Tilt Limit Stops and Tilt Angle Indicator: 6. Adjusting the Table Insert: 7. Aligning the Riving Knife and Spreader to the Blade: 8. Adjusting the Quick-Release Clamp: 9. Adjusting the Tilt Gearing: 10. Adjusting the Miter Gauge: Cabinet Saw Specifications 27
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Table of Contents
Maintenance 1. SawStop Safety System: 2. Cabinet: 3. Elevation and Tilt Mechanisms: 4. Table and Extension Wings: 5. Belts: 68
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Troubleshooting 69
Cabinet Saw Dimensions 73
Push Stick Construction 75
Featherboard Construction 76
Electrical Schematic — 230V, Single-Phase (3 and 5 HP) 77
Electrical Schematic — 230V, Three-Phase (3, 5 and 7.5 HP) 78
Electrical Schematic — 480V, Three-Phase (5 and 7.5 HP) 79
Cabinet and Table Assembly Exploded View 80
Cabinet and Table Assembly Parts List 81
Internal Assembly Exploded View 84
Internal Assembly Parts List 85
Arbor Assembly Exploded View 88
Arbor Assembly Parts List 89
Miter Gauge and Blade Guard Assemblies Exploded View 92
Miter Gauge and Blade Guard Assemblies Parts List 93
Accessories 94
Index 95
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Warranty
SawStop warrants to the original retail purchaser of a new industrial cabinet saw from an authorized SawStop
distributor that the saw will be free from defects in material and workmanship for TWO YEARS from the date of
purchase, and that the electric motor supplied with the saw will be free from defects in material and workmanship
for FIVE YEARS from the date of purchase. SawStop warrants to the original retail purchaser of a refurbished,
demonstration or floor model industrial cabinet saw from an authorized SawStop distributor that the saw will be free
from defects in material and workmanship for ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, and that the electric motor
supplied with the saw will be free from defects in material and workmanship for THREE YEARS from the date of
purchase.
This warranty does not apply to defects arising from misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, normal wear-andtear, unauthorized repair or alteration, or lack of maintenance. This warranty is void if the saw or any portion of the
saw is modified without the prior written permission of SawStop, LLC, or if the saw is located or has been operated
outside of the country where the authorized SawStop distributor from whom the saw was purchased resides.
Please contact SawStop to take advantage of this warranty. If SawStop determines the saw is defective in
material or workmanship, and not due to misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, normal wear-and-tear, unauthorized
repair or alteration, or lack of maintenance, then SawStop will, at its expense, and upon proof of purchase, send
replacement parts to the original retail purchaser necessary to cure the defect. Alternatively, SawStop will repair the
saw provided it is returned to SawStop, shipping prepaid, with proof of purchase and within the warranty period.
SawStop disclaims any and all other express or implied warranties, including merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose. SawStop shall not be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or incidental, consequential,
contingent or special damages arising from the use of the saw.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to state.
No Warranty of Safety
It is important to understand that SawStop table saws do not prevent injuries. They work to minimize the
severity of injuries. In fact, an injury must occur before the SawStop technology reacts. The severity of the injury
will depend on the speed at which a person contacts the spinning blade. You may incur a serious injury on a
SawStop saw. If you decide to use the saw in Bypass mode, the safety system will be disabled and it will not activate
in the event you contact the spinning blade.
If You Have an Accident
We at SawStop hope you never have an accident with your saw, and strongly encourage you to always follow
safe practices and to use all the safety equipment provided with this saw. However, if you ever accidentally contact
the spinning blade, the safety system will detect that contact and stop the blade within milliseconds to minimize any
injury. If this happens, please contact us with information regarding the accident because it is very important to our
on-going research and development. The more we know about what happens during an accident, the better we are
able to ensure that the safety system will react as quickly as possible in all accident situations. In addition, the brake
cartridges store the electronic data measured during an accident. If you return the activated cartridge to SawStop,
we can retrieve that data to learn how the electronics and software performed. Once we verify the activation was
due to contact with skin, we will be happy to send you a free replacement cartridge in exchange. Thanks for your
help.
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Safety
A table saw is a dangerous tool and there are hazards inherent with using this saw. Some of these hazards
are discussed below. Use common sense when operating the saw and use the saw only as instructed. You are
responsible for your own safety!
!
WARNINGS
1.
Read and understand the instruction manual and all safety warnings before operating this saw. Failure to follow
instructions or heed warnings may result in electric shock, fire, serious personal injury or property damage.
Save these instructions and refer to them whenever necessary.
2.
Some types of dust created by sawing, power sanding, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive toxicity or harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are lead from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry
products, and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
In addition, wood dust has been listed as a known human carcinogen by the U.S. government.
The risk from exposure to these chemicals and to dust varies depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure, work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment including
dust masks or respirators designed to filter out such dust and chemicals.
3.
This saw must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or to a system having an equipmentgrounding conductor. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock and/or
malfunction.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
4.
Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the saw.
5.
Keep guards in place and in working order.
6.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches from the saw before turning it on.
7.
Keep the top of the saw clean and free from clutter. Cluttered areas invite accidents.
8.
Do not use the saw in dangerous environments. For example, do not use the saw in damp or wet locations or
expose it to rain; and keep the work area well lighted.
9.
Keep children away from the saw. Make the workshop kid-proof with padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
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WARNINGS
10. Do not try to force the saw to do something it was not designed to do. For example, do not try to cut wood faster
than the motor can handle, and use the right blade for the job.
11. Wear proper apparel when using the saw. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or
other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear a protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
12. Always wear safety glasses when using the saw. Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
Everyday eyeglasses are not safety glasses.
13. Do not overreach or stretch to get something when using the saw. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
14. Maintain the saw as specified in this manual.
15. Turn the power disconnect switch to OFF before servicing the saw and when changing components or
accessories such as blades, brake cartridges, and the like.
16. Use only recommended accessories with the saw. Consult this manual for recommended accessories. The use
of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
17. Never stand on the saw. Serious injury could occur if the saw is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
18. Check to make sure the saw is in proper working order before using the saw. For example, check the alignment
of moving parts, look to see whether moving parts are binding or rubbing, check to see whether parts are broken,
make sure accessories are properly mounted in the saw, and check any other conditions that may affect the
operation of the saw. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
19. Feed work into the blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only. Feeding the work
in the direction of rotation may cause the work to be thrown by the blade and could result in serious personal
injury.
20. Never leave the saw running unattended. Wait until the blade comes to a complete stop, and then turn both the
Main Power switch and the Disconnect switch to OFF when you are finished using the saw.
21. This saw is packaged without a rip fence. You must install a rip fence before using this saw. Attempting to use
the saw without a rip fence could result in a serious personal injury.
22. Always maintain firm control over the material being cut. Never cut any material freehand.
23. Never operate the saw with the access doors open. Do not attempt to bypass or defeat the access door
interlock switches.
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Warning Labels
Warning labels are mounted on the front, rear and side of the saw, on the table insert, and on the blade guard
for your reference. Some of the warnings on those labels may be additional to the warnings listed above. Be sure
to read the warning labels before using the saw. Copies of the English text of the warning labels are reproduced
below:
Thank you for
purchasing this
SawStop® table saw.
This saw is equipped with the
SawStop® safety system, designed to
reduce the potential for a serious injury
in the event of accidental contact with the
saw blade.
This saw operates differently than
ordinary table saws. Each operator
must read and understand the
Owner’s Manual before
operating this saw.
!
WARNING
For your own safety, read the instruction manual before operating this saw.
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Wear eye protection.
Use the blade guard and spreader for every operation for which it can be used, including
all through sawing.
Keep hands out of the line of the saw blade.
Use a push-stick when required.
Know how to reduce the risk of kickback.
Do not perform any operation freehand.
Never reach around or over the saw blade.
Unplug the saw before changing the blade or servicing.
Never try to test fire the brake system.
Never adjust the position of the brake cartridge while the blade is spinning.
Do not try to disable the brake system.
Unplug the saw before changing the blade, changing the brake cartridge or servicing.
Do not connect the motor directly to a power supply.
Use the bypass switch only when necessary.
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! WARNING
-OVINGBELTSANDPARTS
CANPINCHCUTORCRUSH
$ONOTOPERATEWITH
DOOROPEN
,OCKOUTBEFORESERVICING
(On saws with 230V, single phase motors.)
!
WARNING
Connect Only 208-240 Volts,
Single Phase Power.
This machine must be connected to an
electrical ground in accordance with the
National Electrical Code. Failure to connect
to an adequate ground may cause the
safety system to malfunction and
could result in a serious injury.
(On saws with 230V, three phase motors.)
!
WARNING
WARNING
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To avoid loss of SawStop
protection during coast down,
do not turn off Main Power until
blade has stopped spinning.
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WARNING
1. Use the blade guard and spreader for every
operation for which it can be used.
2. Use the riving knife for non-through sawing.
3. Keep hands away from the saw blade. Use a
push-stick when required.
(On saws with 480V, three phase motors.)
!
WARNING
Connect Only 208-240 Volts,
Three Phase Power.
Connect Only 460-480 Volts,
Three Phase Power.
This machine must be connected to an
electrical ground in accordance with the
National Electrical Code. Failure to connect
to an adequate ground may cause the
safety system to malfunction and
could result in a serious injury.
This machine must be connected to an
electrical ground in accordance with the
National Electrical Code. Failure to connect
to an adequate ground may cause the
safety system to malfunction and
could result in a serious injury.
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The SawStop Safety System
This table saw is equipped with the SawStop® safety system. This revolutionary technology was developed to
reduce the potential for a serious injury in the event of accidental contact with the saw blade. SawStop® table saws
are the first saws ever built to be smart enough to know the difference between you and the wood you are cutting.
The SawStop® safety system includes
two components, an electronic detection
unit and a fast-acting brake. The electronic
detection unit detects when a person contacts
the blade. A small electrical signal is induced
onto the blade by electrodes placed around
the arbor. Although this low voltage, high
frequency signal is too small to feel, it can
be measured by the detection system. When
human skin comes into contact with the blade
(or arbor), a portion of the signal is absorbed
by the body due to the inherent electrical
capacitance of the human body. As a result,
the signal on the blade gets smaller and the
detection unit recognizes this as contact.
Wood and other non-conductive
Brake Cartridge
materials such as plastic, foam, cardboard,
Corian®, melamine, etc., do not cause a drop
in the signal because those materials do not
Fig. 1
absorb the signal on the blade. Conductive
materials such as aluminum and other metals,
carbon fiber materials, mirrored acrylic, carbon-filled materials, etc., will typically cause the brake to activate. If you
need to cut these conductive materials, the safety system can be placed in “Bypass” mode to temporarily disable
the brake. (The Bypass mode is discussed on page 33.)
The fast-acting brake includes a small fuse that holds a strong spring in compression. If the electronic detection
unit detects contact while the blade is spinning (including during coast down), the fuse is burned by a surge of
electrical current. The spring then pushes an aluminum brake into the teeth of the spinning blade. The teeth cut into
the brake, stopping the blade. The total time between the detection of contact and stopping the blade is just a few
milliseconds. If the brake is activated while the blade is at or near full speed, the blade will also quickly retract below
the table. The system will not activate the brake when the blade is stopped–even if you spin the blade by hand. This
allows you to touch or change the blade when the motor is off just as with ordinary table saws. However, for safety,
always switch the Main Power and Disconnect switches to OFF when changing the blade.
The SawStop® safety system is active whenever the Main Power is on. The safety system continuously performs
many different self-checks to ensure that the components of the system are operating properly. If any problems are
detected, the safety system will disable the motor and display a system status code to identify the problem (see
page 30 for a description of the system status codes and the corrective action). If the problem is detected while the
motor is spinning, the motor will be shut off. The safety system will not allow the motor to be started, even in Bypass
mode, as long as a problem is detected.
The electronic detection unit and fast-acting brake are contained in the “brake cartridge,” which is positioned
under the table and just behind the blade (see Fig. 1). The brake cartridge must be correctly installed before the
motor can be started (see page 40 for instructions on removing/installing the brake cartridge). In the event that the
brake is activated, a new brake cartridge must be installed before the saw can be used again.
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The SawStop Safety System
The SawStop® safety system does not interfere with your use of the table saw in any way. You can still make
all the cuts that you can with ordinary saws including 0° to 45° bevels, non-through cuts, and dado cuts (with the
optional dado brake cartridge—sold separately). Furthermore, no special blades or other accessories are required.
Any standard 10” saw blade or 8” dado set is compatible with your SawStop® saw.
Although your SawStop® saw operates similar to ordinary table saws, there are a few important points to keep
in mind as you use the saw.
1. Do not rely on the SawStop® safety system to protect against unsafe operation. Although the system is
designed to react and stop the blade very quickly in the event of accidental contact, it cannot react until contact is
detected. This means that you will receive at least a minor injury even with the SawStop® safety system. Therefore,
always use safe operating practices, and use the blade guard, push stick and other safety devices whenever
possible. The SawStop® safety system, like the airbag in a car, should be considered as a last measure to minimize
injury when all other safety practices and devices have failed to prevent an accident.
2. Do not operate the saw in Bypass mode unless you are cutting electrically conductive material. When
Bypass mode is engaged, the SawStop® safety system will not activate the brake if contact is detected and a
serious injury could result if you contact the blade.
3. Do not use non-conductive blades, including abrasive blades, blades with plastic hubs, or blades that
have non-conductive teeth. The safety system cannot induce the electrical signal onto a non-conductive blade, and
blades with non-conductive teeth may prevent the system from detecting contact. Only standard steel blades with
either steel or carbide teeth should be used.
4. Do not use saw blades or dado sets that have a lacquer or other coating on the teeth. These coatings are
non-conductive and therefore can reduce the speed at which the system detects contact. In other words, a coated
tooth must cut slightly deeper into the skin for contact to be detected, resulting in a somewhat more serious injury.
Used blades that originally had a lacquer coating are OK to use since the coating is worn away within a few uses.
However, SawStop recommends that you examine each tooth on such blades to confirm that no lacquer remains. If
you decide to use a new blade that has lacquer on the teeth, be especially carefully during the first several uses.
5. In the event of contact, the blade will be stopped in about 3–5 milliseconds (coarse toothed blades stop
more quickly than fine-toothed blades such as plywood blades). Therefore, the seriousness of the injury incurred
will depend on the speed at which a person’s hand or other body part is moving in toward the blade. For example, if
a person’s hand is moving toward the blade at 1 ft./sec., then the depth of the cut will be approximately 1/16th inch
(1 ft./sec. * 0.005 sec. = 0.005 ft. or 1/16th inch). At faster speeds, the cut will be proportionally deeper. Therefore,
it is possible to be very seriously injured even with the SawStop® safety system.
6. Never use a blade with damaged or missing teeth as this can result in a more serious injury or a false
activation of the brake. Blades with variable spacing between teeth are compatible with the SawStop® safety system,
however you must ensure the brake is positioned correctly by rotating the blade at least one full revolution to be
certain that none of the teeth touch the brake (see page 18 for more information on setting the brake position).
7. Never attempt to use a blade other than a single 10 inch blade with the standard SawStop® brake
cartridge. Never attempt to use a dado set or blade other than an 8 inch dado set with the SawStop® dado cartridge.
The use of smaller diameter blades with a brake cartridge designed for larger blades could result in a serious injury
because the brake cannot be positioned correctly to stop the smaller blades.
8. Do not use molding heads. The use of molding heads could result in a serious injury because neither the
standard brake cartridge nor the dado brake cartridge is designed to stop a molding head.
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The SawStop Safety System
9. Never install the blade backwards. The brake might not stop a blade that is installed backwards, therefore
you may receive a serious injury.
10. Blades with depth-limiting shoulders may take longer to stop in the event of an accident than standard
blades, and you could receive a more serious injury. Therefore, SawStop recommends using blades without depthlimiting shoulders.
11. Never install two or more 10 inch blades together. The safety system is not designed to stop multiple
stacked 10 inch blades and a serious injury may result.
12. Never stack dado blades thicker than 13/16 inch. The 8 inch dado brake cartridge is not designed to stop
dado stacks thicker than 13/16 inch and a serious injury may result.
13. The motor cannot be started without a blade installed. Since the safety system disables the motor if the
blade is spaced too far from the brake, a missing blade will be detected as a blade-to-brake spacing error and the
motor will be disabled.
14. Do not use table inserts, guards, fences or other devices which have metal parts that may come into
contact with the blade. Any metal part that contacts the blade may cause the brake to activate. All SawStop®
accessories are specifically designed to prevent metal contact with the blade.
15. Do not turn off the Main Power switch before the blade has stopped spinning. If the Main Power is shut
off while the blade is moving, the safety system will not be active during coast down and therefore the brake will not
activate in the event of accidental contact. You may receive a serious injury if you contact the blade during coast
down if the Main Power switch has been turned off.
16. Do not replace the arbor belt with a non-SawStop® belt. The SawStop® arbor belt is designed to dissipate
static electricity that may build up on the spinning blade which could cause a false activation of the brake.
17. Never reach under the blade while it is spinning. In the event the brake is activated, the retraction of the
blade may cause a very serious injury if you contact the bottom of the blade.
18. Never touch the arbor, arbor pulley, arbor nut or arbor washer when the blade is spinning because you
may receive a serious injury. These parts are all electrically coupled to the blade and the brake will activate if contact
with these parts is detected.
19. Never attempt to disable the SawStop® safety system or modify the electrical wiring of the saw in any
way. Any change or modification or disablement of the safety system or other wiring could result in a serious injury
and will void all warranties.
20. Never attempt to repair, adjust, modify or otherwise service a brake cartridge. There are no user-servicable
parts inside the brake cartridge. The brake cartridge is permanently sealed against dust and other contaminants—
destruction, removal, or alteration of this seal voids all warranties.
21. Wet, pressure-treated wood may cause the brake to activate. The chemicals used to pressure treat wood
often contain large amounts of copper, which is conductive. When pressure-treated wood is wet, the combination of
copper and water substantially increase the conductivity of the wood. Therefore, allow wet pressure-treated wood
to fully dry before cutting. Typically, the wood will be sufficiently dry if left unstacked in a dry location for 24 hours. If
you must cut wet pressure-treated wood, you can make several cuts in the wettest piece(s) using Bypass Mode to
test whether the wood is too wet. See page 33 for instructions on using Bypass Mode and testing the conductivity
of a material. If the test indicates the brake will activate if the system is not in Bypass Mode, you must either allow
the wood to dry or make the remaining cuts in Bypass Mode.
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Unpacking Your Saw
Use care when unpacking your saw to prevent damage to any of the saw components or accessories. Remove
all packing materials and accessories before removing the saw from the shipping pallet. If the saw or the accessories
have been damaged during shipping, report the damage to your shipper before proceeding with unpacking. Read
and understand this manual fully before assembling and operating your saw.
The package for your saw includes the following items:
1.
One table saw with motor.
2.
Two extension wings (the right extension wing is pre-installed).
3.
One blade guard and splitter with anti-kickback pawls.
4.
One riving knife (pre-installed).
5.
One 10 inch saw blade.
6.
One zero-clearance table insert (pre-installed).
7.
One brake cartridge for a 10 inch blade (pre-installed).
8.
One brake cartridge key (pre-installed).
9.
One miter gauge.
10. Two blade wrenches.
11. Three hex key wrenches.
12. One plastic bag containing assembly hardware.
13. Two bypass switch keys.
14. This Owner’s Manual.
15. One Handle for the tilt hand wheel (the handle on the elevation hand wheel is pre-installed).
Optional accessories such as a fence and rails, an extension table, extra brake cartridges, etc., are packaged
separately.
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Get to Know Your Saw
The major components of your saw are identified below. Make sure you can identify these components in order
to follow the instructions in this manual.
1
4
2
2
16
External Components
5
14
17
8
18
6
Fig. 2
3
11
15
12
10
1.
Table Top
2.
Extension Wings
3.
Blade Guard
4.
Standard Table Insert
5.
Switch Box
6.
Elevation Hand Wheel
7.
Tilt Hand Wheel
8.
Motor Cover
9.
Terminal Box
10.
Dust Port
11.
Miter Gauge
12.
Blade Wrenches (2)
13.
Belt Access Door
14.
Bypass Key
15.
Spreader / Riving Knife
Storage Pin
16.
Miter Gauge Slots
17.
Tilt Angle Indicator (red)
18.
Tilt Angle Scale
19.
Disconnect Switch
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13
9
19
Fig. 3
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21
27
28
40
39
22
20
Internal Components
37
41
32
31
38
Fig. 4
26
36
35
34
29
23
20.
Front Trunnion Bracket
21.
Front Trunnion
22.
Rear Trunnion Bracket
23.
Rear Trunnion
24.
Elevation Plate
25.
Motor
26.
Arbor Block
27.
Arbor Nut
28.
Arbor Washer
29.
Arbor Belt
30.
Motor Belt
31.
Dust Shroud Door
32.
Upper Elevation Limit Bolt
33.
Lower Elevation Limit Bolt
34.
0° Tilt Limit Bolt
35.
45° Tilt Limit Bolt
36.
Brake Positioning Bolt
37.
Brake Cartridge
38.
Cartridge Key
39.
Spreader / Riving Knife
Clamping Handle
40.
Riving Knife
41.
Elevation Threaded Rod
24
30
Fig. 5
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1. Saw Placement:
Position the saw on a level surface away from sources of moisture and electrical noise. Make sure there is
sufficient room to allow free access to all sides of the saw.
2. Extension Wing Assembly:
The saw is shipped with the right extension wing pre-installed. Position the left extension wing next to the
table, making sure the small beveled edge on the surface of the extension wing is facing forward. Insert the
three M10x1.5x30 bolts (with washers and lock washers) through the holes in the side of the wing and into the
threaded holes in the side of the table
(see Fig. 6). Align the top of the extension
wing with the table using a straight edge
and then fully tighten the bolts using a
17 mm wrench. You may want someone
to help hold the extension wing in place
while you fasten the bolts.
Fig. 6
3. Table and Extension Wing Cleaning:
The table and extension wings are shipped with a coating of oil on the top surfaces to prevent the cast iron
from rusting. Carefully wipe the top surfaces with a soft, clean cloth to remove the oil. To prevent the top
surfaces from rusting during use, you can coat the surfaces with rust-preventative materials such as TopCote®
or TopSaver™, available in many woodworking stores. If the saw will not be used for an extended time, the
table and wing surfaces can also be protected by applying a light coating of oil and then covering with wax
paper.
4. Rip Fence Installation:
This saw ships without a rip fence. You must install a rip fence prior to using the saw. Refer to the manual that
accompanied your rip fence for instructions on installing the fence on the saw.
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5. Tilt Hand Wheel Handle Installation:
Install the handle on the tilt hand wheel by
screwing the threaded portion of the handle
into the matching hole on the hand wheel (see
Fig. 7). Use a wrench to tighten the handle
securely to the hand wheel.
handle
tilt hand wheel
Fig. 7
6. Blade or Dado Installation:
WARNING! Only install standard 10 inch blades or 8 inch dado sets (with optional dado cartridge).
Do not install other size blades or dado sets. Do not install molding heads or other non-standard
cutters. Use of these non-standard blades or cutters may cause serious injury.
Note: if your saw uses three phase power, do not install the blade until the power supply has been connected
and you have verified that the motor spins in the correct direction. See page 24 for instructions on connecting
your saw to a power supply.
The blade that is included with the saw is coated in oil to prevent rust during shipment. Clean this blade
thoroughly before installation. If you wish to install a different blade, use a high quality blade that does not have
anti-rust coatings on the teeth (e.g., lacquer, wax, etc.) Such coatings can interfere with (or potentially defeat)
the ability of the system to detect contact. SawStop also recommends using blades without depth-limiting
shoulders, since blades with depth-limiting shoulders may take longer to stop in the event of an accident.
WARNING! Do not attempt to use saw blades made of materials that are electrically nonconductive (e.g., abrasive blades, blades with plastic hubs, etc.). The SawStop® safety
system will not allow the saw to operate if these blades are installed.
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To install the blade, use the open end of one of the blade
wrenches included with the saw to hold the arbor behind
the arbor flange, and use the closed end of the other blade
wrench to loosen the arbor nut. The arbor nut is right-hand
threaded so turn the nut counter-clockwise to loosen it
and clockwise to tighten it. After removing the arbor nut
and arbor washer, install the blade and reinstall the arbor
washer and arbor nut. Use the blade wrenches to tighten
the arbor nut securely (see Fig. 8).
Install dado sets just like you install a blade. For dado
widths larger than about 3/16”, remove the arbor washer
and tighten the arbor nut against the dado set. (Remember
to remove the standard 10” brake cartridge and install the
optional 8” dado brake cartridge before installing your dado
set.)
Fig. 8
WARNING! Never install the blade backwards. The brake might not stop a blade that is
installed backwards, therefore you may receive a serious injury.
7. Brake Position Adjustment:
It is important to make sure that the brake cartridge is close
to, but not touching, the edge of the blade to minimize
the time it takes the safety system to stop the blade in
the event of an accident. The spacing between the brake
cartridge and the blade should be checked whenever the
blade or brake cartridge is changed. If the spacing is too
small, the blade may touch the brake and cause the brake
to activate.
The spacing between the brake cartridge and the blade
is adjusted by the brake positioning bolt mounted in the
top of the arbor block (see Fig. 9). To access the brake
positioning bolt, set the tilt angle to 0 degrees and adjust
the blade elevation to approximately 1½ inches above the
table top. The bolt will be accessible through the opening
in the table top.
brake positioning
bolt
Fig. 9
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Note: some users may find it easier to adjust the brake position by opening the motor cover and removing the
dust shroud door to see the blade and brake cartridge more clearly. To remove the dust shroud door, loosen
the thumb screw and lift the door upward until the pivot pin in the door clears the pivot hole in the cast iron
trunnion brace (see Fig. 10).
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thumb screw
Fig. 10
dust shroud door
Using the 8 mm hex L-wrench included with the saw, turn the spacing adjustment bolt clockwise to decrease
the spacing between the brake cartridge and the edge of the blade, and counter-clockwise to increase the
spacing. Adjust the brake position as needed to set the spacing between the teeth of the blade and the closest
point on the brake cartridge to between
1/16th and 1/8th inch (see Fig. 11).
A close-up of the area
inside the circle is shown
in Fig. 12, on page 20.
Fig. 11
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A U.S. nickel can be placed between the closest points on the blade and brake cartridge to give a spacing
of about 0.070 inch (approximately 1/14th inch). Spin the blade by hand at least one full revolution to verify
that the blade will not hit the brake when the motor is
started.
Note: When the cartridge key is installed, the brake
cartridge can be moved back only about 3/16th inch
from the blade. To move the brake cartridge further from
the blade, first remove the cartridge key (the saw will be
disabled while the cartridge key is removed). Moving the
brake cartridge back more than 3/16th inch should only
be necessary when changing the brake cartridge after it
has been activated (see page 40).
spacing
Fig. 12
CAUTION! Always spin the blade by hand after changing the blade or the brake cartridge,
or after adjusting the spacing between the brake cartridge and the blade! This ensures
that no part of the blade will touch the brake cartridge once the motor is started.
8. Blade Guard / Riving Knife Installation:
Your SawStop® saw includes a unique, quick-release blade guard mounting system. This mounting system
was developed to allow you to quickly remove and install the blade guard and riving knife without the use
of tools and without the need for realignment. The mounting system is factory-aligned to the arbor flange
and should not require adjustment. If
you wish to change the alignment, see
page 62 for instructions.
The saw is shipped with the riving knife
installed. The riving knife is an extremely
important tool for reducing the potential
for kickback when the blade guard
cannot be used. The riving knife should
always be used whenever you need to
make rabbet or other non-through cuts
(where the blade does not cut through
the top of the wood), narrow cuts where
the guard would interfere with the rip
fence, and any other situations where
the guard would interfere with the cut.
pull handle upward
to release clamp
Fig. 13
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Note: when using a dado set, neither the blade guard nor the riving knife may be used. Instead, use other
protective devices such as push sticks and featherboards.
For the majority of cuts, the blade guard
should be used. To install the blade
guard, first remove the riving knife by
lifting the clamping handle fully upward
until the clamping plate moves away
from the riving knife. Then move the
riving knife slightly toward the right to
clear the positioning pins, and lift it out of
the clamp. To install the guard, position
the spreader in the clamp and flat against
the base plate. The positioning pins will
automatically align the spreader in the
correct position. Lower the clamping
handle completely until the limit shoulder
is against the limit screw. If the clamping
handle is difficult to lower, make sure the
spreader is positioned flat against the
base plate.
To remove the guard, use the same
procedure as removing the riving knife.
Similarly, to install the riving knife, use
the same procedure as installing the
guard.
spreader
Fig. 14
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push handle downward
to engage clamp
The clamping force used to hold the spreader and riving knife in place can be increased if the spreader and
riving knife are not held securely, or decreased if too much force is required to lower the clamping handle. See
page 64 for instructions on adjusting the clamping force.
WARNING! Use the blade guard and spreader for every operation for which it can
be used, including all through-sawing.
For instructions on the operation and use of the blade guard and the riving knife, please see page 34.
Note: both the spreader and the riving knife are 2 mm (0.079 in.) thick. Do not use a saw blade with a kerf less
than 2 mm with these tools.
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9. Table Insert Installation:
Your saw is shipped with a high-quality, zero-clearance table insert. The insert is factory-adjusted to fit securely
in the table opening and below the table surface. If you wish to perform additional adjustment on the insert, see
page 60 for instructions.
hold insert at a slight angle to table
when installing or removing
The SawStop table insert is held in
place by lock-down screws in the bottom
rear of the insert and at the rear of the
opening in the table. Because of these
screws, you cannot install the insert by
simply dropping it straight into the table
opening.
To install the table insert, hold it at a
slight angle, with the rear of the insert
lower than the front. Slide the rear of the
insert around the spreader and against
the back of the table opening so that the
heads of the rear lock-down screws in
the bottom of the insert slide under the
heads of the lock-down screws in the
table opening (see Figs. 15 and 16)
Then lower the front end of the insert into
the table opening and use the included
3 mm hex L-wrench to tighten the front
lock-down screw.
Note: when the blade guard is installed, it
may be necessary to raise the elevation
of the blade to allow the anti-kick pawls
to clear the opening in the table and rest
against the wear plates.
Fig. 15
rear lock down screw
in table opening
rear lock down
screw in insert
Fig. 16
WARNING! Never operate the saw without the table insert in place.
CAUTION! Do not use table inserts made of metal or other electrically-conductive
materials. This can cause the brake to be activated unnecessarily.
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10. Connection of Dust Collection:
Your SawStop® saw includes a dust shroud around the blade to provide superior dust collection to ordinary
saws. A flexible hose connects the dust shroud to a 4 inch diameter dust port on the exterior of the cabinet
(see Fig. 17). It is important to connect a suitable dust collection system to the dust port on the exterior of the
cabinet. All table saws generate a substantial amount of dust, which can be a serious physical hazard.
SawStop recommends the use of a dust collection system that provides at least 350 CFM of flow at the dust
port.
Fig. 17
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4” dust collection port
WARNING!
Some types of dust created by sawing, power sanding, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contain
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive toxicity or harm. Some examples of these chemicals are lead
from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products, and arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber.
In addition, wood dust has been listed as a known human carcinogen by the U.S. government.
The risk from exposure to these chemicals and to dust varies depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure, work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment including dust masks or respirators designed to filter
out such dust and chemicals.
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11. Electrical Power Connection:
Your saw is shipped without a cord. The saw must be permanently connected to the building electrical system
in accordance with the National Electrical Code and any other applicable state and local codes. Extension
cords should not be used with this saw. Consult a licensed electrician if you are unsure how to properly connect
the saw to the building electrical system.
WARNING! Do not connect the saw to electrical power until the saw is
completely assembled and you have read and understood this entire manual.
All electrical connections must be made to the
terminal box on the rear exterior of the cabinet (see
Fig. 18). The specification label located just above
the terminal box indicates the type of power supply
(i.e., voltage, amperage and phase) required.
Attempting to operate the saw on a power supply
different than specified on the specification label
will void all warranties and may result in serious
injury as well as damage to, or a malfunction of,
the saw or safety system.
Connect electrical power to the terminal box
as illustrated in the electrical schematics on
pages 77-79. Do not make any connections to the
disconnect switch box or the magnetic contactor
box mounted inside the cabinet. The magnetic
contactor box is sealed against tampering. The
destruction, removal or alteration of the seal will
void all warranties.
terminal box
Fig. 18
Note for Saws using Three Phase Power
When connecting this saw to a three phase power supply, you must test the motor to verify it spins in the correct
direction before installing a blade. However, the safety system normally prevents the motor from spinning
without a blade installed. To safely test the direction of motor spin, first make sure that no blade is installed
and then turn on the Main Power. Wait for approximately 5-10 seconds until the Red LED is on solid and the
Green LED blinks slowly (indicating the system cannot detect the blade). Next, insert the Bypass key in the
Bypass switch, turn the key clockwise and hold for at least one second. Finally, pull out the Start/Stop paddle.
The system will briefly pulse the power to the motor so that the direction of motor spin can be determined. The
WARNING! Do not install a blade on saws using three phase power until the motor has been verified
to spin in the correct direction. If the motor spins backward with a blade installed, the arbor nut may
spin off the arbor, which could allow the blade to spin off the arbor and cause a serious injury.
WARNING! This saw must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system, or to a system
having an equipment-grounding conductor. Failure to connect this saw to an adequate electrical ground may
cause the safety system to malfunction and could result in a serious injury or electric shock.
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arbor should spin counter-clockwise when viewed from the right side of the saw.
Fig. 19
12. Disconnect Switch:
The saw is equipped with an electrical disconnect switch mounted on the left side of the cabinet. When the
disconnect switch is switched to OFF (see Fig. 19), electrical power is physically disconnected from both the
SawStop safety system and the magnetic contactor box. The disconnect switch should be switched to OFF
whenever performing any adjustments, maintenance or repairs to the saw, including changing blades, installing
or removing the blade guard and riving knife, etc.
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
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In addition, the disconnect switch can be locked in the OFF position with a padlock or similar device as shown
in Fig. 20. The disconnect switch should be locked in the OFF position whenever there is a possibility of
someone accidentally applying power to the saw while adjustments, maintenance or repairs are being made.
When the saw has been completely installed and is ready for use, turn the disconnect switch to ON as shown
in Fig. 21.
WARNING! The door interlock switches are connected to 208-240 VAC. Attempting to
disable or modify the interlock switches or wiring could result in a severe injury or electric
shock. Turn the Disconnect Switch to OFF before adjusting the interlock switches.
13. Access Door Interlock Switches:
As an additional safety feature, this saw is equipped with interlock
switches on the belt access door and the motor cover that prevent
the motor from starting when either door is open. In the event that
one of the doors is opened while the motor is on, the corresponding
interlock switch will cause the motor to shut down.
If either the access door or motor cover is open when you attempt
to start the motor (or if a door opens when the motor is already
on), a System Status error will be displayed where the red LED
Fig. 22
is on solid and the green LED flashes rapidly . If this occurs, you
must close and latch the open door and then cycle the Main Power
switch on the Switch Box. (See page 28.)
The interlock switches are pre-positioned to be “closed” when the
belt access door and motor cover are fully closed. In the event
one of the switches becomes mis-aligned, you can reposition the
switch(es) as described below to ensure all switches are closed
when the access door and motor cover are closed.
Fig. 23
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1. Adjusting the Blade Height:
The height of the blade can be adjusted from 1/8 inch
below the table top to 3 1/8 inch above the table top.
To adjust the height of the blade, loosen the elevation
locking knob and turn the elevation hand wheel until the
blade is at the desired height (see Fig. 24). Turn the
hand wheel clockwise to raise the blade, and counterclockwise to lower the blade. Lock the blade height by
tightening the elevation locking knob.
elevation
hand wheel
The saw includes limit stops to prevent the height of
the blade from being adjusted past the maximum and
minimum setpoints. These limit stops are pre-set at the
factory and should not need adjustment. If you decide
to adjust the blade elevation limit stops, see page 56 for
instructions.
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For through-cuts (i.e., cuts where the wood is cut
through its entire thickness), the blade height should be
adjusted so that the top of the blade is no more than
1/8 inch to 1/4 inch above the workpiece.
Fig. 24
CAUTION! When adjusting the height or tilt angle of the blade, reverse the hand wheel
slightly to release tension after reaching the limit stops. This prevents any slight twisting
of the cast iron assembly that might affect blade parallelism and table alignment.
2. Adjusting the Blade Tilt Angle:
The tilt (bevel) angle of the blade can be adjusted
between 0 and 45 degrees. To adjust the tilt angle
of the blade, loosen the tilt locking knob and turn
the tilt hand wheel until the blade is at the desired
angle. The tilt angle of the blade is indicated by
the position of the tilt angle indicator on the tilt
angle scale (see Fig. 25). Turn the tilt hand wheel
clockwise to increase the tilt angle, and counterclockwise to decrease the tilt angle. Lock the tilt
angle by tightening the tilt locking knob.
tilt hand
wheel
The saw includes limit stops to prevent the tilt
angle of the blade from being adjusted past the 0
and 45 degree setpoints. These limit stops are preset at the factory and should not need adjustment.
If you decide to adjust the blade tilt limit stops, see
page 58 for instructions.
Fig. 25
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3. Turning on Main Power and Starting the Motor:
Your SawStop® saw is equipped with an Electrical Disconnect Switch to supply power to the saw, a Main
Power Switch to supply power to the SawStop® safety system, and a Start/Stop paddle to turn the motor
on and off. Both the Main Power Switch and the Start/Stop paddle are mounted on the Switch Box, which is
located just below the front edge of the table and to the left of the elevation hand wheel (see Fig. 26). The
Switch Box also includes red and green LEDs that display the current status of the safety system and saw. A
label describing the System Status LED displays is positioned on the side of the Switch Box. In addition, the
displays are described in more detail below.
WARNING! Never start the saw when the blade is in contact with the
workpiece or any other object.
After ensuring that the Start/Stop paddle is in
the “OFF” position (i.e., pushed in), turn the
Main Power Switch to the “ON” position by
flipping the toggle upward. This will turn on
power to the SawStop® safety system, which
will run through a brief initialization routine to
test whether the system is operating properly.
During this initialization period (approximately
5–10 seconds), the LEDs will blink in different
patterns as the safety system steps through
various self-check steps. Once the safety
system completes the initialization routine, the
LEDs will display the “READY” status display
(green LED on solid, red LED off). The saw is
now ready for use.
If the READY status is not displayed after 15
seconds, the safety system has detected an
error that must be corrected before the saw
can be used. See page 30 for a key to the LED
status codes and an explanation of the error
detected for each code.
To start the motor, pull the Start/Stop paddle
out. To stop the motor, push the Start/Stop
paddle in. The paddle is designed so that it
can be pushed in by the operator’s upper leg
or knee in an emergency.
main power
switch
Disconnect
switch
Start/Stop
paddle
Fig. 26
switch box
WARNING! Never switch the Disconnect Switch or the Main Power Switch to
OFF until the blade has come to a complete stop. In the event of accidental
contact with the blade during coast down, the safety system will not activate
if the Main Power has been switched OFF and a serious injury could result.
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It is not necessary to turn off the Main Power switch after pushing in the Start/Stop paddle to turn off the motor.
If you plan to make several cuts with the saw, you can leave the Main Power Switch in the On position between
cuts to eliminate the delay due to the initialization routine. Once you have finished using the saw turn the Main
Power Switch to OFF to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent start-up.
In addition, the Main Power Switch has a lockout key that you can remove to prevent children or other nonauthorized users from turning the saw on. To remove the key, pull it out, away from the switch. To replace the
key, press it back into the socket until it snaps into place (see Fig. 27). When the key is removed, the Main
Power Switch can be turned OFF, but it cannot be turned ON.
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main power switch
lockout key
Fig. 27
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4. System Status Codes:
In the event that the safety system detects an error, the LEDs on the Switch Box will display a status code to
indicate what error has been detected. Table 1 shows the different status codes which can be displayed. A
complete description of each status code and the necessary corrective action is provided below.
System Status Codes
Green LED
Red LED
Status
System Initializing
System Ready
Replace the Brake Cartridge
Blade is Coasting Down
Bypass Mode is ON
Switch the Start/Stop Paddle to OFF
Turn the Cartridge Key to ON
Close Belt Access Door and Motor Cover
Adjust Position of the Brake Cartridge
Contact was Detected During Standby
Contact was Detected During Bypass
Overload Due to Wet Wood
Table 1
Symbol Key:
Green LED blinks fast
Red LED blinks fast
Green LED blinks slowly
Red LED blinks slowly
Green LED is on solid
Red LED is on solid
WARNING! Always turn the Main Power Switch to OFF and disconnect the saw
from the power supply before performing adjustments or maintenance to the saw.
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System Initializing — this code indicates that the system is performing self-checks and charging the brake
system to fire in the case of an accident. This condition should clear within 15 seconds after the Main Power
Switch is turned on.
If the ambient temperature is very low (below about 0º F), this code may take longer to clear. The safety system
detects such low temperatures within the brake cartridge. If necessary, the system turns on a heater inside the
cartridge to raise the temperature of the electronics. This code will continue until the temperature inside the
brake cartridge is within the normal operating range.
System Ready — this code indicates that all self-checks have been completed, the safety system is operating
properly, and the saw is in Standby mode ready to run.
Blade is Coasting Down — this code indicates that the blade is coasting down and that the safety system
is ready to activate the brake if contact is detected. The safety system detects the rotation of the motor to
determine when the blade is coasting down. If you touch the blade while this code is flashing, the brake will
be activated.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE BLADE HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND THE COAST
DOWN STATUS CODE HAS CLEARED BEFORE TOUCHING THE BLADE!
Bypass Mode is ON — this code indicates that the saw is running in Bypass Mode and will not activate the
brake in the event of accidental contact with the blade. Bypass Mode allows you to cut electrically conductive
materials such as aluminum without activating the brake. When the saw is in Bypass Mode, the safety system
disables the brake. See page 33 for instructions on how to use the saw in Bypass Mode.
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Replace the Brake Cartridge — this code indicates that the cartridge has already been fired or there is some
other permanent defect that cannot be corrected. If the cartridge has not been fired, turn off the Main Power
and turn it back on. If the error continues, install a new cartridge.
Switch the Start/Stop Paddle to OFF — this code indicates that the Start/Stop paddle was left in the ON
position (i.e., pulled out). Push the paddle in to the OFF position to clear this error. This is a safety feature to
prevent the saw from restarting after a power loss or after the safety system has turned the saw off due to an
error detected during use.
Turn the Cartridge Key to ON — this code indicates that the cartridge locking key is not turned to ON. To
clear this error make sure the cartridge locking key is correctly installed and turned to ON. See page 44 for
instructions on how to install and turn on the cartridge key.
Close Belt Access Door and Motor Cover — this code indicates that the motor did not start as expected when
the Start/Stop Paddle was pulled out. The most common cause of this error is an open access door. Check to
make sure both the Belt Access Door and the Motor Cover are fully closed and that the corresponding interlock
switches are actuated. See page 26 for instructions on adjusting the position of the interlock switches.
Adjust Position of the Brake Cartridge — this code indicates that the blade is too far from the aluminum
brake pawl. To clear this error, adjust the position of the brake cartridge as described on page 18. This error
code will also be displayed if there is no blade installed, if a blade smaller than 10” is installed, or if a nonconductive blade (e.g. abrasive blade) is installed.
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Contact was Detected During Standby — this code indicates that the safety system detected contact with
the blade (or a portion of the arbor) when the blade was not spinning. This code will be displayed if you come
into contact with the blade or arbor while the system is in Standby mode. The brake will not be activated and
the code will automatically clear within 5 seconds after contact is ended. The system will not allow the motor to
start while this code is displayed.
Contact was Detected During Bypass — this code indicates that contact was detected while the saw was
running in Bypass Mode. As described above, the brake will not be activated during Bypass but the safety
system will continue to monitor for contact. If this code is displayed, then it indicates that the brake would have
activated if the system had not been in Bypass Mode. This error will automatically clear once the blade has
finished coasting down.
This code allows you to “test” a particular material to see if it is too conductive to cut during normal operation.
For example, if you have a new material you need to cut and are not sure if it is conductive, you can make
several cuts in Bypass Mode. If this error code is displayed, then it means the material is too conductive and
must be cut in Bypass Mode to prevent false trips of the brake. If the error code is not displayed after several
trial runs, then it is likely that the material is not conductive and you can make future cuts in normal mode. (See
page 33 for instructions on how to operate the saw in Bypass Mode.)
Overload Due to Wet Wood — this code indicates that the wood being cut is too wet or too green. Very wet
or green wood can interfere with the safety system’s ability to detect contact. The system monitors for wet and
green wood and, if the wood is too wet or too green, the system will shut off the motor and display this error
code. To clear this error, turn the Start/Stop paddle to OFF and turn the Main Power to OFF and then back to
ON.
In addition, wet pressure-treated wood may cause an overload error or even cause the brake to activate. The
chemicals used to pressure treat wood often contain large amounts of copper, which is conductive. When
pressure-treated wood is wet, the combination of copper and water substantially increase the conductivity of
the wood. Therefore, allow wet pressure-treated wood to fully dry before cutting. Typically, the wood will be
sufficiently dry if left unstacked in a dry location for 24 hours.
If you must cut wet pressure-treated wood, you can make several cuts in the wettest piece(s) using Bypass
Mode to test whether the wood is too wet. See page 33 for instructions on using Bypass Mode and testing the
conductivity of a material. If the test indicates the brake will activate if the system is not in Bypass Mode, you
must either allow the wood to dry or make the remaining cuts in Bypass Mode.
Note: if the saw shuts down due to an overload error, do not attempt to finish cutting that piece of wood until
it has dried. The overload error indicates that the system was close to firing the brake before it went into
overload. Therefore, repeatedly attempting to cut a wet piece of wood could result in an incorrect activation of
the brake.
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5. Using the Saw in Bypass Mode:
If you need to cut electrically conductive materials such as aluminum with this saw, you must operate the saw
in Bypass Mode to prevent the brake from activating. In order to operate the saw in Bypass Mode, the safety
system requires you to follow the procedure below to ensure that the saw is never placed in Bypass Mode
accidentally.
Note: the safety system will not start in Bypass Mode unless the brake cartridge is properly installed
and all error codes are cleared. Therefore it is not possible “override” an error by starting the saw
in Bypass Mode.
To Operate the Saw in Bypass Mode
bypass key
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a. Turn the Bypass Key clockwise and hold it for
at least 1 second (see Fig. 28). Note: to prevent
unauthorized use of the saw in Bypass Mode,
remove the Bypass Key from the saw when not
in use.
b. While still holding the Bypass Key turned, pull
the Start/Stop paddle out to the ON position.
The blade will start to spin and the Bypass
Mode status code will flash on the LEDs.
c. Continue to hold the Bypass Key turned for
at least 1 second after the motor starts. If you
release the Bypass key before 1 second has
elapsed, the motor will stop and the “Switch
Start/Stop Paddle to OFF” error code will be
displayed. If this happens, switch the Start/Stop
paddle to OFF and repeat this procedure from
the beginning.
Fig. 28
WARNING! Never run the saw in Bypass Mode unless necessary to cut conductive materials. The
brake system will not activate when the saw is in Bypass Mode and a serious injury could result.
CAUTION! Always check the saw blade after cutting conductive materials. Sometimes
a shard of aluminum or other conductive material will become embedded on the end of
a saw blade tooth. If that occurs and the saw is started, then the shard could contact the
aluminum brake pawl when the motor starts and cause the brake to activate.
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6. Using the Blade Guard:
Using the blade guard is one of the most important steps you can take to prevent injury when using your saw.
Most table saw injuries occur when the blade guard is either not being used or not being used properly. Your
SawStop saw is equipped with a narrow profile blade guard that allows you to use the rip fence even when
making narrow rip cuts. As a result, there are only a few situations where the blade guard cannot be used
(e.g., dado cuts, rabbet cuts, and extremely narrow cuts). For all other situations, use the blade guard as
described below.
Install the blade guard as described on page 20. The guard shell is mounted on a pivot arm that allows the
guard to automatically adjust to the height of the workpiece (up to 3 1/8 inches high). The pivot arm also allows
the guard shell to be pivoted upward to a balance point where the guard will stay without further support. This
allows you to adjust or change the blade without
removing the guard.
blade guard and
To use the guard, set the blade elevation and tilt
angle to the desired settings. If necessary, swing
the pivot arm down to ensure the guard is resting
on the table or insert. Cut the workpiece as
described beginning on page 37. The guard will
“float” on the top of the workpiece as it passes
under the guard. The guard shell is constructed
of clear polycarbonate to allow you to clearly
see the blade and the workpiece as it passes
under the guard. After making the cut, the cut-off
portion of the workpiece may be held beneath
one of the anti-kickback pawls. In this case, turn
off the motor and wait until the blade completes
coast-down before pushing the cut-off portion
past the anti-kickback pawl.
spreader assembly
Keep the guard shells clean and free of dust
to allow unobstructed viewing of the blade
Fig. 29
and workpiece. For successful operation, the
spreader must remain flat, and the guard shells,
pivot arm and anti-kickback pawls must pivot freely. If any portion of the guard ceases to function properly,
replace or repair it before continuing to use the saw. When not in use, the blade guard can be stored on the
guard / riving knife storage pin on the left side of the cabinet (see Fig. 3) on page 14.
WARNING! Use the blade guard and spreader for every operation for which it can
be used, including all through-sawing.
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7. Using the Riving Knife:
The riving knife should be used whenever the
blade guard cannot be used. The only operation
where neither the guard nor the riving knife can
be used is making dado cuts. To use the riving
knife, remove the blade guard and install the
riving knife as described on page 20. When
the blade guard / riving knife clamping bracket
is properly aligned, the riving knife will be
positioned below the top of the blade and inside
the kerf of the blade. As a result, the riving knife
can be used even for rabbet cuts and other nonthrough cuts.
riving knife
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For successful operation, the riving knife must
remain flat so that the full height of the riving
knife is positioned inside the kerf of the blade. In
the event the riving knife becomes bent, replace
it or have it straightened before continuing to use
it. When not in use, the riving knife can be stored
on the guard / riving knife storage pin on the left
side of the cabinet (see Fig. 3) on page 14.
Fig. 30
WARNING! Use the riving knife for every operation where the blade guard cannot be used.
Neither the blade guard nor the riving knife can be used when making dado cuts.
8. Using the Miter Gauge:
The miter gauge included with your saw allows
you to easily make miter cuts and perform crosscuts (cuts across the grain of the wood). When
not in use, the miter gauge can be stored in the
brackets formed on the front of the motor cover
(see Fig. 31).
The main bar of the miter gauge fits in the Tshaped slots in the table which are located on
either side of the blade. The miter gauge can be
used in either slot; however, do not use the miter
gauge in the slot on the left of the blade when
making bevel cuts. Positioning the miter gauge
in the left slot when making bevel cuts causes
the blade to be tilted toward the miter gauge
and the operator’s hand which could result in a
serious injury.
Fig. 31
miter gauge in
storage location
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A guide plate is mounted on the end of the main bar (see Fig. 32) and fits in the bottom of the slots to hold the
front of the miter gauge in place when the miter gauge head is positioned in front of the forward edge of the
table. Three spring bearings are mounted in the side of the main bar to ensure the bar slides smoothly in the
slots without excessive play. These spring bearings are preset at the factory to allow smooth operation of the
miter gauge, and should not require further adjustment. If you wish to adjust the spring bearings, see page 66
for instructions.
The face of the miter gauge can be adjusted
between -60° and +60° relative to the blade. To
adjust the miter angle, turn the handle counterclockwise approximately 1/2 turn to unlock the miter
gauge head. Pull the indexing pin backwards until
it stops, and then rotate the head until the indicator
is positioned over the desired angle on the miter
gauge scale. Use an angle gauge to set the angle
between the miter gauge head and the blade if
precise alignment is needed. Once the angle is
correct, turn the handle clockwise to lock the miter
gauge head.
Adjustable index stops at -45°, 0°, and +45° are
provided to allow quick and precise alignment at
those angles. To use the index stops, rotate the
miter gauge head until the angle indicator reads
approximately 5° higher (more positive) than the
desired angle, and then push the indexing pin
forward until it stops. Next, rotate the miter gauge
head counter-clockwise until the index stop hits the
indexing pin, and then tighten the handle to lock
the gauge at the desired angle. The index stops
are preset at the factory to be within ± 0.5° of the
true angle, so further adjustment should not be
necessary. If you wish to adjust the index stops, see
page 66 for instructions.
guide plate
main bar
turn locking
handle to unlock
miter gauge head
spring
bearings
miter gauge
head
Fig. 32
indexing
pin
For added safety, an optional wood face can be mounted to the miter gauge face to provide additional support
when cutting large or small workpieces. To mount the face, use wood screws with shanks sized to fit through
the slots in the miter gauge head. The wood face should be at least 1 inch higher than the maximum depth of
cut, and should extend beyond the edges of the miter gauge head.
When using the miter gauge, start with the workpiece and miter gauge well in front of the blade. Place your
hand closest to the blade on the miter gauge handle, and your other hand on the workpiece opposite the blade
(see Figs. 33 and 34 on page 37). Make sure the workpiece is held squarely and firmly against the miter gauge
face and the table. Move the miter gauge and workpiece slowly and smoothly past the blade. For through-cuts,
shift the workpiece slightly away from the blade before pulling the miter gauge and workpiece back toward
the front of the saw. Do not touch the portion of the workpiece that was cut off until the blade has completed
coast-down.
WARNING! Never make free-hand cuts. Never hold or touch
an unsupported piece of wood while the blade is spinning.
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9. Cross-Cutting:
Cross-cutting or cutting perpendicular to the grain of the workpiece, is performed using the miter gauge. To
lessen the risk of kickback, the rip fence should be removed or positioned so that it does not contact the
workpiece during cross-cutting.
Position the workpiece against
the miter gauge head and
slowly push the miter gauge
toward the non-spinning blade
until the workpiece is almost
touching the blade. Next, slide
the workpiece to the left or right
until the blade is aligned with
the point on the workpiece to
be cut. Pull the miter gauge and
workpiece back away from the
blade before starting the motor.
Holding the miter gauge and
workpiece firmly, move the miter
gauge and workpiece slowly
and smoothly past the blade.
See page 35 for additional
instructions on the use of the
miter gauge.
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To begin, make sure the motor
is off and the blade is completely
stopped. Tilt the blade to the
desired tilt angle and adjust the
blade elevation to about 1/8 inch
above the workpiece. Place the
miter gauge in the right miter
slot for bevel cuts, or in either
the right or left miter slots for
making non-bevel cuts. Adjust
the miter gauge to the desired
miter angle (see page 36).
Fig. 33
Fig. 34
WARNING! To reduce the potential for kickback and a serious injury,
move the rip fence out of contact with the workpiece when cross-cutting to
prevent the workpiece from binding between the rip fence and the blade.
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10. Rip Cutting:
Rip cutting or cutting with the grain of the workpiece must be performed with a rip fence to support and guide
the workpiece. The miter gauge should not be used when making rip cuts. The blade guard should be used
for all through cuts.
To begin, make sure the motor
is off and the blade is completely
stopped. Tilt the blade to the
desired tilt angle and adjust the
blade elevation to about 1/8 inch
above the workpiece. Position
the rip fence for the desired
rip width and lock the fence
in place. Refer to the owner’s
manual that accompanied your
rip fence for instructions on
using your fence.
Fig. 35
WARNING! A rip fence must always be used when making rip cuts. Never
perform a ripping operation freehand or a serious injury may result.
Position the workpiece flat on the table and flush against the side of the rip fence. Turn on the motor. Use
both hands to push the workpiece smoothly toward the blade, as shown in Figs. 35 and 36. When there
is approximately 12 inches remaining to be cut, remove the hand farthest from the fence away from the
workpiece. If the rip cut is 6 inches or wider, continue moving the workpiece toward the blade with one hand on
the workpiece and against the rip fence. For rip cuts narrower than 6 inches, always use a push stick to push
the workpiece past the blade. (See page 75 for instructions on making a push stick.)
WARNING! To reduce the chance of a serious injury, always use
a push stick when making rip cuts narrower than 6 inches.
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Continue pushing the workpiece
toward the back of the saw until
it clears the anti-kickback pawls
on the spreader. Turn off the
motor. Do not attempt to remove
the cut-off portion until the blade
has come to a complete stop.
Fig. 36
When making non-through cuts, the blade guard and spreader must be removed. For these cuts, install the
riving knife (except when making dado cuts) and use one or more featherboards to hold down the workpiece
and help prevent kickback. (See page 76 for instructions on making a featherboard.) The featherboard should
be clamped to the rip fence. Alternatively, the featherboard can be clamped to an extender board that is
clamped or screwed to the rip fence as shown in Fig. 37. As shown in the illustration, a second featherboard
can be clamped to the top of the table
and against the left side of the workpiece
to hold the workpiece against the rip
fence.
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When ripping pieces longer
than approximately 4 feet, use
rollers, an out-feed table or a
similar support to prevent the
workpiece from dropping off the
back of the table.
Fig. 37
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11. Changing the Brake Cartridge:
The SawStop standard brake cartridge (shown in Fig. 38) includes a sealed housing containing the SawStop
system electronics, and an aluminum block called a brake pawl. The sealed housing also includes a highspeed actuator that pushes the brake pawl into the teeth of the saw blade in the event accidental contact is
detected.
Like any electronic component, brake
cartridges should be handled with care.
Store brake cartridges in a safe, dry
place when not in use. Do not drop, hit
or otherwise subject brake cartridges to
abuse as this may damage the cartridge.
In addition, the high speed actuator
could be unexpectedly triggered due to
damage, thereby causing the brake pawl
to be pushed away from the housing at
very high speed and with a large amount
of force.
Although the brake cartridge housing is
sealed to inhibit the entry of dust and
other debris, you should periodically
check the cartridge visually for the
presence of dust inside the housing
as this might indicate that the seal has
been damaged. The operation of the
cartridge will not be affected by a small
amount of dust, but you should replace
the cartridge if a substantial amount of
dust has begun to accumulate in the
housing.
The brake cartridge must be changed
in the event the brake is activated. The
brake cartridge must also be changed
whenever swapping between 10”
standard blades and dado sets. For
dado cuts, the optional dado brake
cartridge must be installed (see Fig. 39).
The SawStop dado cartridge is identical
to the standard brake cartridge with
the exception of the brake pawl. The
dado brake pawl is larger than the
standard brake pawl to accommodate
the width and diameter of 8 inch dado
sets. Other size dado sets, molding
heads or standard 10 inch blades are
not compatible with the 8 inch dado
cartridge.
Brake Pawl
Cartridge Key
Standard 10”
Cartridge
Sealed Housing
Fig. 38
Dado Brake
Pawl
8” Dado
Cartridge
Fig. 39
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WARNING! Never drop or otherwise subject a brake cartridge to misuse as this may
damage the brake cartridge and potentially cause the brake pawl to be released
unexpectedly and result in a serious injury.
Changing the brake cartridge is both simple and foolproof. The safety system will not allow the motor to start
if the brake cartridge is installed improperly. Before changing the brake cartridge, make sure the Start/Stop
paddle is pushed in to the OFF position, the Main Power Switch is toggled down to the OFF position, and the
Disconnect Switch is switched to the OFF position.
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The brake cartridge is mounted beneath
the table and behind the blade (see
Fig. 40). To change the cartridge, begin
by setting the tilt angle to about 0 degrees
and raising the blade elevation to close
to the maximum height. This allows the
easiest access to the brake cartridge.
Next, remove the table insert from the
table (see page 22), and swing the rear
of the dust shroud door to the right, away
from the brake cartridge. Rotate the
spreader/riving knife clamping handle
fully upward to provide clearance for
removing the brake cartridge.
brake
cartridge
Fig. 40
WARNING! Always make sure both the Disconnect Switch and the Main Power
Switch are in the OFF position before removing or installing the brake cartridge.
If the brake cartridge has been actuated, the brake will be locked onto the blade or dado set. In this case, leave
the blade or dado set on the arbor and continue with the instructions below. If the brake cartridge has not been
actuated, remove the blade or dado set from the arbor as described on page 17.
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You can change the brake cartridge either from the top of the saw through the table opening, or from the right
side of the saw through the opening behind the motor cover. To change the cartridge from the right side, first
open the motor cover. Next, remove the dust shroud door by loosening the thumb screw at the front of the door
and lifting the door upward until the pivot pin clears the mounting shaft. See Fig. 10 on page 19.
pivot pin
The brake cartridge is mounted on a large pivot pin
and a positioning pin as shown in Fig. 41. Both the
pivot pin and positioning pin extend outward from
a cartridge mounting bracket that sets the position
of the cartridge. The cartridge mounting bracket
also holds a computer cable that self-aligns to the
computer connector in the side of the cartridge. A
cartridge key is used to lock the brake cartridge in
place against the cartridge mounting bracket.
positioning
pin
Fig. 41
cartridge
key
To remove the cartridge, first remove the cartridge
key by turning it 90° clockwise and then pulling
it away from the cartridge (see Fig. 42). Set the
cartridge key aside for use with the new cartridge.
It may take a small amount of force to turn the key
and pull it out. Make sure you turn the key a full
90°, as the key cannot be pulled out unless it has
been fully rotated.
Fig. 42
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Fig. 43
If the Cartridge has been Actuated: If the cartridge is being replaced because it has been actuated, the brake
pawl will be locked onto the blade or dado set. In addition, a heavy-duty spring will be pressing the brake pawl
toward the blade or dado set. As a result, the blade or dado set will be more difficult to remove than usual.
First, remove the cartridge key as described on page 42. Once the key is removed, it is often possible to
remove both the brake cartridge and blade simultaneously by alternately moving the blade and cartridge to the
right to “walk” them off the arbor and pins. By placing the end of a blade wrench between the blade and the side
of the arbor block, you can use the wrench to push the blade a short distance away from the arbor flange. Next,
place the end of the wrench between the brake pawl and the cartridge mounting bracket to move the cartridge
away from the arbor block. Repeat these steps to walk the cartridge and blade off.
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Once the cartridge key is removed, slide the
brake cartridge to the right until it clears both
pins as shown in Fig. 43.
If the pressure of the spring makes this too hard, you can release the pressure by rotating the brake positioning
bolt counter-clockwise. This will cause the cartridge mounting bracket to move away from the blade. Once the
pressure of the spring is released, you
tap with
should be able to remove both the blade
mallet here
and the brake cartridge together.
If you continue to have trouble removing
the blade and brake cartridge after
the spring pressure is released, you
can knock the brake off the blade so
that the blade and brake cartridge can
be removed separately. As shown in
Fig. 44, place one end of a stick (e.g., 1”
by 1/2” by 16”) along the side the blade
and against the portion of the brake
pawl that is locked on the blade. Using a
mallet, hit the other end of the stick until
the blade completely clears the brake
pawl.
Fig. 44
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Installing a Brake Cartridge: To install a brake cartridge, the above process is reversed. Align the mounting
holes in the cartridge with the pivot pin and positioning pin in the saw. Push the cartridge onto the pins until
it rests against the cartridge mounting bracket. The cartridge will automatically align with the computer cable
mounted in the saw.
If you adjusted the brake positioning bolt to release the spring pressure during removal of the brake cartridge,
you will need to readjust the bolt before installing the cartridge key. The cartridge key will not fully install into
the cartridge when the cartridge mounting bracket is moved away from the blade. This prevents the saw from
being used when the brake is too far from the blade.
To adjust the brake positioning bolt, use the included 8 mm hex L-wrench to turn the bolt clockwise until the
cartridge key can be fully installed (see page 18). It is not necessary to adjust the positioning bolt precisely at
this time since you will make final adjustments to the brake position once the blade or dado set is installed.
Next, align the cartridge key with the hole in the cartridge housing. See Fig. 42. The key shaft has a ridge that
must be aligned with a recess in the key hole in the housing. As a result, the key can only be inserted into the
hole when the red handle is pointing toward the brake pawl. Press the cartridge key fully into the cartridge
and rotate the key 90° counter-clockwise to lock the cartridge in place. The key will not rotate unless it is fully
seated against the side of the cartridge housing and the cartridge housing is pressed against the cartridge
mounting bracket.
Once the key is rotated to its locked position, it cannot be removed and the cartridge will be locked in place.
Rotating the key to the locked position also actuates a switch inside the cartridge that signals to the safety
system that the cartridge is correctly installed and locked in place. The system will not allow the saw to be
started if the switch is not actuated. If you attempt to turn on the saw when the key is not in the locked position,
the LED lights on the Switch Box will flash a status code as described on page 30. Turning the key to the locked
position is sometimes referred to as turning the key to “ON”.
To complete the installation, the brake cartridge must be correctly positioned relative to the blade or dado set.
Once the brake cartridge is installed, rotate the spreader/riving knife clamping handle fully counter-clockwise
to lock the spreader or riving knife in place. Next, install the blade or dado set as described on page 17, and
adjust the brake position as described on page 18. Rotate the blade by hand at least 1 complete revolution to
ensure that the blade does not contact the brake.
If you changed the brake cartridge from the side of the saw reinstall the dust shroud door and close the motor
cover. If you changed the brake cartridge through the table opening, make sure the dust shroud door is closed.
Finally, reinstall the table insert as described on page 22.
WARNING! Always check, and if necessary, adjust the position of the brake after changing
the brake cartridge or the blade. An improperly positioned brake could increase the time
required to stop the blade in the event of accidental contact, or cause the brake to actuate
unexpectedly if the blade comes into contact with the brake.
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What to do if the SawStop Safety System Activates
When the SawStop Safety System is activated, the brake pawl will be pushed into the blade to stop its rotation.
If the blade is spinning at a significant speed, the arbor block will retract to lower the blade below the table. Both
of these actions will occur within just a few milliseconds. In addition, the safety system will turn off the motor,
and display the “Replace Cartridge” system status code on the LED lights on the switch box (see page 30).
Once the safety brake is activated, you will need to carry out the 3 steps described below to reset the safety
system and the saw before continuing to use the saw:
1. Reset the Retraction of the Arbor Block: during normal use, the front of the arbor block is held in
place by a spring-loaded support mechanism called the retraction bracket. When the brake is activated,
the angular momentum of the spinning blade is transferred to the arbor block, causing it to drop out of the
retraction bracket.
2. Replace the Brake Cartridge: the SawStop brake cartridge must be replaced in the event the brake
is activated. The brake pawl and components inside the sealed housing are expended when the brake
is activated. Therefore, the brake cartridge cannot be reused after the brake is activated and it may be
discarded or returned to SawStop. Once the activated cartridge has been removed, obtain another brake
cartridge that has not been activated and follow the instructions on page 40 to install it.
If the brake activated due to accidental contact between the blade and an operator, please return the
cartridge to SawStop. During use the cartridge is constantly measuring data about the operation of the
saw and the signal received from the blade. When the brake is activated, the most recent data is stored
into memory and SawStop can download the data from the activated cartridge. This data is very important
to our continuing research and development program. Therefore, contact SawStop to receive a free return
shipping label. If SawStop’s engineers verify the activation was due to contact with skin, you will receive
a free replacement cartridge.
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To reset the arbor block into the retraction bracket, turn the elevation hand wheel counter-clockwise
until the lower elevation limit stop is reached. The arbor block will automatically engage the support
mechanism. Now turn the elevation hand wheel clockwise to raise the arbor block and blade. You can
also reset the arbor block manually by pulling the arbor bolt sharply upward until you feel the arbor block
engage the retraction bracket.
If you are unsure why the cartridge activated, you can also return the cartridge for analysis by SawStop’s
service engineers. When the cartridge data is downloaded, it is usually possible to determine what
specifically caused the brake to activate so that further unintended activations can be prevented.
WARNING! Always make sure that both the Disconnect Switch
and the Main Power Switch are in the OFF position before
replacing the brake cartridge on your saw.
3. Replace the Blade: when the brake is activated the aluminum brake pawl will pivot into the teeth of
the saw blade with a large amount of force and speed. This usually causes the brake pawl to lock up on
the blade. If you remove the brake pawl from the blade, one or more of the carbide teeth on the blade will
usually be pulled off. Therefore, it is almost always necessary to replace the blade after the safety system
has been activated.
Once the retraction of the arbor block has been reset and the brake cartridge and blade have been replaced,
the saw is ready for operation.
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Making Adjustments to Your Saw
Your SawStop saw has been factory adjusted to rigid specifications to provide the highest quality performance
and results. Additional adjustment or alignment should not be necessary. Nevertheless, your SawStop cabinet
saw has been designed to allow a wide range of adjustments and alignments to achieve the ultimate in
precision. Before changing the alignment of any portion of the saw, make sure you read and understand the
entire alignment procedure.
WARNING! Always make sure that both the Disconnect Switch
and the Main Power Switch are in the OFF position before
making any adjustments to your saw.
1. Aligning the Table:
For accurate cuts with the miter gauge, the miter slots in the table should be parallel to the blade. This is also
important for rip cuts since the rip fence should be aligned to the miter slots. Two procedures for aligning
the table are described below. The preferred procedure is described first and provides an accuracy of about
± 0.002 inch. An alternative procedure is also described which provides an accuracy of about ±0.010 inch.
dial test indicator
Preferred Table Alignment Procedure
To align the table precisely, you will need a dial test
indicator with a resolution and accuracy of at least
0.0005 inches, and a mount for the indicator that will
slide smoothly in the miter slots. The mount should slide
on the table on either smooth plastic glide plates or on
ball bearing rollers. The mount should also include a
lower rail or similar structure that fits relatively tightly in
the miter slot, but not so tight as to prevent the mount
from sliding. A sample mount is shown in Fig. 45.
magnetic base
steel plate
plastic mount
Fig. 45
Begin by removing the insert as described on page 22, and installing a clean, high-quality blade or precision
blank onto the arbor as described on page 17. The blade should be flat and parallel to within 0.001 inch or less,
and should not be coated with paint or similar materials that may affect the measurement. Attempting to align
the table using a blade that is not very flat will cause similar inaccuracy in the alignment.
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Next, set the tilt angle to 0°. When setting the tilt angle and blade elevation, be sure to back the hand wheels
off slightly after reaching the limit stops. As with all table saws, pulling the hand wheels tight against the limit
stops can cause a slight twisting of the trunnion assembly and lead to inaccurate alignment measurements.
Raise the blade elevation to about
3 inches above the table. Position the dial
test indicator so that the measurement
arm rests against the right side of the
blade and about 1/4 inch above the
center of the arbor flange. Slide the
mount forward until the measurement
arm is about 1/2 inch inside the front
edge of the blade. See Fig. 46.
Fig. 46
Set the dial indicator to zero. Slide the dial test indicator mount smoothly toward the back of the saw until the
measurement arm is about 1/2 inch inside the rear edge of the blade. Note the reading of the dial indicator as
the mount moves across the blade.
If there is a gradual and continuous change in the dial reading of over 0.002 inch in either the positive or
negative direction, rotate the blade 1/2 turn. Slide the dial indicator mount back toward the front of the blade
and reset the indicator to zero. Now slide the mount toward the back of the saw again while noting the dial
reading. If there is similar change but in the opposite direction, this indicates that the left and right surfaces of
the blade are not parallel. Rotate the blade 1/4 turn and repeat the process from the beginning. If you cannot
get consistent readings, try a different blade.
If the dial indicator reads a relatively consistent difference between the front and rear of the blade, take the
average of the readings. A measurement of 0.002 inch or less indicates that the table is aligned within the
margin of error for this measurement and no further alignment is necessary. For measurements larger than
0.002 inch, you can adjust the position of the table to increase the parallelism between the blade and the miter
slot.
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If the dial indicator moves positive and then negative (or vice versa) a substantial amount, or if there is a
sudden change in the reading rather than a gradual change, this indicates a non-flat area of the blade. If this
happens, try rotating the blade 1/4 turn and retesting. Repeat this process until you get a reading that is not
significantly affected by blade flatness. If you cannot get a good reading, try a different blade.
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The bolts that attach the table to the front
trunnion bracket are shown below. The bolts
that attach the table to the rear trunnion bracket
(not shown) are at the back of the saw.
To adjust the alignment, begin by loosening the 4
mounting bolts (see Fig. 47) that attach the table to the
front and rear trunnion brackets using a 17 mm wrench
or an adjustable wrench. Slide the dial indicator to the
front of the blade and set the readout to zero. Slide the
dial indicator mount to the rear of the blade. The dial
indicator should now be reading close to the average
measurement you made previously.
The table alignment is set by a pivot pin at the front of the
table, and positioning screws near the rear of the table
on both the left and right sides (see Figs. 48 and 49). If
the measurement is positive, loosen the left positioning
screw and tighten the right positioning screw. If the
measurement is negative, loosen the right positioning
screw and tighten the left positioning screw.
Fig. 47
You should see the readout on the dial indicator
change as you adjust the positioning screws. Adjust the
screws until the readout is the same, but in the reverse
direction. For example, if the initial reading was +0.006
inch, adjust the positioning screw until the reading is
-0.006 inch.
Now slide the dial indicator mount back to the front of the blade and re-zero the readout. Slide the indicator
mount smoothly forward until the indicator measurement arm is about 1/2 inch inside the rear edge of the
blade. The new measurement should be much closer to 0.000 inch.
If the new measurement is still too high, repeat the above process until the parallelism between the blade and
the miter slot is satisfactory. Finally, tighten the four table mounting bolts to secure the table to the front and
rear trunnion brackets. For best results, sequentially tighten each bolt a little at a time until all are tight. Watch
the dial indicator while tightening, and if one bolt causes a significant change, tighten the other bolts first.
The pivot pin is
pressed into this boss
positioning
screw
Fig. 48
Fig. 49
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Alternate Table Alignment Procedure
For this procedure you will need a set of calipers or a combination square. Begin by removing the table insert
and installing a blade or reference plate as described in the Preferred Table Alignment Procedure. Set the tilt
angle to 0º and raise the blade elevation to approximately 3 inches above the table.
Select a point on the edge of the blade
that is between two consecutive teeth
and place a mark near that point. Rotate
the blade until that mark is just above
the table and toward the front of the saw.
If you are using calipers, measure the
distance between the left edge of the
right-hand miter slot and the left side
of the blade. (Make sure to measure to
the flat plate of the blade rather than the
tooth.) If you are using a combination
square, set the end of the ruler flat
against the right side of the blade, and
position the base to be flush against the
left side of the right-hand miter slot. See
Fig. 50. Write the measurement down.
combination
square
Fig. 50
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Now rotate the blade until the point
you marked is just above the table but
toward the back of the saw. Repeat the
measurements above (see Fig. 51). If
necessary, loosen the table mounting
bolts and adjust the position of the table
as described in the Preferred Table
Alignment Procedure. Repeat the above
measurements and table alignment until
you are satisfied with the parallelism
between the blade and the miter slot.
Finally, tighten the table mounting bolts.
Fig. 51
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2. Aligning the Blade Elevation Assembly:
The blade elevation assembly controls the motion of the blade as it is raised and lowered. Aligning the blade
elevation assembly ensures that there is minimal lateral movement of the blade as it is raised and lowered.
Although all table saws suffer from some lateral blade movement due to tolerance stack-ups in machining, no
other major cabinet saw allows you any adjustment to minimize this problem.
The SawStop cabinet saw uses a vertical slide elevation design for ultra smooth operation and rigidity. As
shown in Fig. 52, the blade and arbor block are mounted on a large cast iron base called the elevation plate.
The elevation plate slides up and down on two shafts that are connected to the front and rear trunnions. This
blade elevation assembly is aligned by adjusting the angle of the rear shaft so that it is parallel with the front
shaft. When the front and rear shafts are parallel, the blade will have minimum lateral movement as it is raised
and lowered.
front trunnion
rear trunnion
rear shaft
front shaft
elevation plate
Fig. 52
To align the blade elevation assembly, you will need a dial test indicator and a mount for the indicator as
described above. Begin by removing the insert and installing a clean, high-quality blade or precision blank
onto the arbor as described on page 17. The blade should be flat and parallel to within 0.001 inch or less, and
should not be coated with paint or similar materials that may affect the measurement. Attempting to align the
blade elevation assembly using a blade that is not very flat will cause similar inaccuracy in the alignment.
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This procedure requires two measurements. For the first measurement, set the tilt angle to 0° and lower the
blade below the table. Make sure to back the hand wheels off slightly to release the pressure between the
trunnion assembly and limit stops. Next, position the dial test indicator near the right side of the blade. The
indicator measurement arm should rest against the blade approximately ½ inch inside the front edge of the
blade and about ½ inch higher than the top of the arbor washer (see Fig. 53). Depending on the geometry of
your dial test indicator, it may be necessary to position the indicator below the table.
Now measure the parallelism of the blade relative to
the miter slots in the table as described above in the
section named “Aligning the Table,” see page 46.
If necessary, adjust the alignment of the table so
that the blade is parallel to the miter slots when the
blade is below the table.
For the second measurement, raise the blade to the
maximum height above the table, making sure to
back the elevation hand wheel off slightly to release
the pressure between the trunnion assembly and
the upper elevation limit stop. Reposition the dial
test indicator so that the measurement arm is resting
against the blade approximately ½ inch inside the
front edge of the blade and about ½ inch higher
than the top of the arbor washer (see Fig. 46).
Measure the parallelism of the blade relative to the
miter slots in the table as described above.
If the second measurement is 0.002 inch or less,
then the blade elevation assembly is aligned within
the margin of error for this measurement and,
therefore, no further alignment is needed. If the
second measurement is greater than 0.002 inch,
you can adjust the angle of the rear shaft relative to
the front shaft to reduce the error.
Fig. 53
set screw
Adjusting Your Saw
The angle of the rear shaft is set by the eccentric
bushing at the bottom of the shaft (see Fig. 54). The
eccentric bushing is locked in place by a set screw
in the elevation plate, and a smaller set screw in the
side of the bushing.
To adjust the shaft angle, make sure the blade is
still about 3 inches above the table and the dial
indicator is still reading the second measurement (if
not, repeat the second measurement as described
above). Next, loosen the set screw in the elevation
plate using a 4 mm allen wrench and the smaller set
screw in the eccentric bushing using a 2.5 mm allen
wrench. You can access the set screws by opening
the belt access door on the left side of the cabinet.
small set
screw
Fig. 54
eccentric
bushing
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Once the set screws are loosened, the eccentric bushing should be free to turn. Using a 22 mm open-end
wrench or an adjustable wrench, turn the bushing in either direction while watching the dial test indicator
reading. Turn the bushing as necessary until the reading is the same as the second measurement but in the
opposite direction. For example, if the second measurement was +0.005 inch, then turn the eccentric bushing
until the dial indicator reads -0.005 inch. Retighten the set screws.
Now measure and, if necessary, adjust the parallelism of the table to the blade while the blade is in the
fully raised position. To confirm that the blade elevation assembly has been aligned, lower the blade to the
fully lowered position and recheck the parallelism of the table to the blade. Occasionally the blade elevation
alignment procedure will make a small change to the first measurement. If necessary, repeat the procedure
until the difference between the first and second measurements is within 0.002 inch.
3. Aligning the Blade to the Tilt Axis:
When making bevel cuts, the blade is tilted on an axis that runs along the surface of the table between the front
and rear trunnion brackets. See Fig. 55. If the blade is not parallel to this axis, the blade will move out of parallel
with the miter slots when it is tilted away from 0º (this assumes the table has been aligned to be parallel to the
blade at 0º tilt angle). The SawStop cabinet saw is the only major cabinet saw that allows you to fine tune the
parallelism of the blade to the tilt axis.
tilt axis
Fig. 55
NOTICE! This alignment procedure is not intuitive. Make sure you read this
entire procedure before beginning and follow each step precisely. Any deviation
from this procedure may create a substantial misalignment in your saw.
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The geometry involved in this alignment procedure is tricky. That is because there is no way to easily measure
the parallelism between the blade and the tilt axis. Instead, you must measure the alignment between the
blade and the table at both 0° tilt and 45° tilt. The difference in those measurements is proportional to the nonparallelism between the blade and the tilt axis. To ensure accurate alignment, follow the procedure described
below exactly.
To align the blade to the tilt axis, you will need a dial test indicator with a resolution and accuracy of at least
0.0005 inches, and a mount for the indicator that will slide smoothly in the miter slots. An example of a suitable
mount is shown in Fig. 45. You will also need a 6 mm hex L-wrench (a “stubby” hex L-wrench works best).
First, align the table as described on page 46, using the precision alignment procedure. Make sure the nonparallelism between the miter slot and the blade is as close to zero as possible. If the final parallelism is not
zero, write down the misalignment, including whether it is positive or negative. This is the first measurement
for this procedure.
Next, move the dial indicator measurement arm off the blade and tilt the blade to approximately 45°. Make sure
not to tighten the tilt hand wheel against the 45° limit stop. Now reposition the dial indicator measurement arm
against the right side of the blade and about 1/4 inch directly above the arbor flange. Slide the dial indicator
mount toward the front of the saw until the measurement arm is about 1/2 inch inside the front edge of the
blade. See Fig. 56. Set the dial indicator readout to zero.
Now take the difference between the
first measurement and the second
measurement. If one measurement is
positive and the other negative, make sure
to take the full difference. For example, if the
first measurement is +0.002 inch and the
second measurement is -0.004 inch, then
the difference is 0.006 inch. Write down the
difference between the two measurements.
This number is proportional to the nonparallelism between the blade and the tilt
axis.
Fig. 56
If the difference is 0.002 inch or less, then
the blade is parallel to the tilt axis within the margin of error for this procedure and no further alignment
is necessary. For differences larger than 0.002 inch, you can adjust the angle of the blade to improve the
parallelism between the blade and the tilt axis. The adjustment must be made at a 0° tilt angle.
Adjusting Your Saw
Slide the dial test indicator mount smoothly
toward the back of the saw until the
measurement arm is about 1/2 inch inside
the rear edge of the blade. Note the reading
of the dial indicator as the mount moves
across the blade. Write down the final
number, including whether it is positive or
negative. This is the second measurement
for this procedure.
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To do this, set the tilt angle back to 0° and reposition the dial test indicator as described above. When you slide
the dial indicator mount across the blade, you should see little or no change in the indicator readout since the
table was previously aligned. Now, slide the dial indicator toward the rear of the saw until the measurement arm
is about 1/2 inch inside the rear edge of the blade. Set the readout to zero.
The angle of the blade relative to the tilt axis is
controlled by a v‑bracket that connects the rear
elevation shaft to the rear trunnion (see Fig. 57). The
v-bracket is connected to the rear trunnion by two bolts
that extend through oversized holes in the v‑bracket.
The oversized holes allow the position of the v-bracket
to be adjusted relative to the rear trunnion.
Using the 6 mm hex L-wrench, loosen the bolts just
enough to allow the v-bracket to move when force
is applied. You can access the bolts by opening the
motor cover.
bolts
Fig. 57
v-bracket
To align the blade to the tilt axis, you need to adjust the position of the v‑bracket until the misalignment
between the blade and the miter slot at a 0° tilt angle is 2.5 times the difference between the first and second
measurements, but in the opposite direction.
For example:
if the difference between the first and second measurements was +0.006 inch,
then the misalignment at 0° should be adjusted to (-2.5) x (0.006) = -0.015 inch
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To create a negative misalignment, use a block of wood and a mallet to tap the edges of the v-bracket (see
Fig. 59). To create a positive misalignment, use a block of wood and a mallet to tap the left side of the elevation
plate (see Fig. 58).
tap here
tap here
Fig. 59
Fig. 58
Reposition the dial test indicator toward the front of the saw with the measurement arm about 1/2 inch inside
the front edge of the blade. Set the dial readout to zero. Slide the dial indicator mount toward the back of the
saw until the measurement arm is about 1/2 inch inside the rear edge of the blade. Note the readout.
Once the v-bracket is positioned correctly, tighten the bolts that attach the v-bracket to the rear trunnion. The
blade should now be parallel to the tilt axis.
Since the alignment of the blade has been changed, the table must now be realigned. Align the table as
described on page 46, using the precision alignment procedure. Once the table has been realigned, you can
check the parallelism of the blade to the tilt axis by tilting the blade to about 45° and measuring the alignment
between the blade and the miter slot. If the misalignment of the blade and the miter slot is less than 0.002 inch
at both 0° and 45°, then the blade is parallel to the tilt axis. If necessary, you can fine tune the alignment by
repeating the above procedure.
Adjusting Your Saw
If the readout is -2.5 times the first and second measurements, the v-bracket should be correctly positioned.
Otherwise, repeat the above process of adjusting the position of the v-bracket until the dial indicator at 0° reads
-2.5 times the difference between the first and second measurements.
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4. Adjusting the Elevation Limit Stops:
The upper elevation limit stop prevents the arbor block and belts from hitting the underside of the table. The
lower elevation limit stop prevents the arbor block or blade from hitting the lower trunnion assembly. The
elevation limit stops must be adjusted correctly to ensure proper operation of the saw.
Upper Elevation Limit Stop
To check the position of the upper elevation limit stop, install a 10 inch saw blade on the arbor (see page 17),
and turn the elevation hand wheel clockwise until the limit stop is reached. Using a combination square or
similar tool, measure the distance from the top of the table to the tip of the highest tooth on the blade. The
maximum height of the blade above the table should be 3 1/8 inches. If the blade is 3 3/16 inches or higher
above the table, the upper elevation limit stop should be adjusted downward. If the blade is less than 3 1/8
inches above the table, you can adjust the limit stop upward to 3 1/8 inches. Alternatively, you can adjust the
limit stop so that the maximum blade height is lower than 3 1/8 inches.
The upper elevation limit stop is set by the
bolt mounted in the lower front portion of
the elevation plate (see Fig. 60). You can
access the upper limit bolt by opening
the motor cover. The head of the bolt is
painted yellow for easy identification. To
adjust the position of the upper limit bolt,
first loosen the locking nut and back it
off several turns. If you plan to adjust the
limit stop upward, turn the bolt counterclockwise several turns.
lower elevation
limit stop
Next, set the blade elevation to the
correct maximum height. Turn the upper
limit bolt clockwise until it is tight. Finally,
turn the locking nut clockwise until it is
tight. The upper elevation limit stop has
now been set.
upper elevation
limit stop
Fig. 60
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Lower Elevation Limit Stop
To check the position of the lower elevation limit stop, remove the blade from the arbor, open the motor cover,
and remove the dust shroud door as described on page 19. While watching the arbor block through the motor
cover opening, turn the elevation hand wheel counter-clockwise until the bottom of the arbor block just touches
the rubber bumper mounted on the trunnion brace (see Fig. 61).
The purpose of the bumper is to absorb
the energy of the arbor block when the
arbor block retracts below the table
upon activation of the safety system.
As shown in Fig. 61, the lower elevation
limit stop should be adjusted so that the
arbor block compresses the bumper
about 1/4 inch at the lowest elevation.
This should also ensure that a 10 inch
blade is at least 1/8 inch below the top
of the table.
arbor block
Lower the blade elevation until the lower
limit stop is engaged. If the bumper is
compressed about 1/4 inch, no further
adjustment is necessary.
The lower elevation limit stop is set
by the bolt mounted in the upper front
portion of the elevation plate (see
rubber
Fig. 61
Fig. 60). The head of the bolt is painted
bumper
yellow for easy identification. To adjust
the position of the lower limit bolt, first
loosen the locking nut and back it off several turns. If you plan to adjust the limit stop downward, turn the bolt
counterclockwise several turns.
Adjusting Your Saw
Next, set the blade elevation to the correct minimum height. Turn the lower limit bolt clockwise until it is tight.
Finally, turn the locking nut clockwise until it is tight. The lower elevation limit stop has now been set.
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5. Adjusting the Tilt Limit Stops and Tilt Angle Indicator:
The tilt limit stops allow you to easily and quickly set the bevel angle to 0° and 45°. However, when making
precision cuts, it is always best to check the angle of the blade with a combination square or similar tool.
0° Tilt Limit Stop
To check the position of the 0° limit stop,
install a 10 inch saw blade on the arbor
(see page 17). Raise the blade to its full
elevation, and turn the tilt hand wheel
counter-clockwise until the limit stop is
reached. Using a square, check to see
that the blade is at a 90° angle to the
table (see Fig. 62).
Fig. 62
The 0° tilt limit stop is set by the bolt
mounted in the upper left portion of the
front trunnion bracket (see Fig. 63). You
can access the bolt by opening the belt
access door on the left side of the cabinet.
The head of the bolt is painted yellow for
easy identification. To adjust the position
of the 0° limit bolt, first loosen the locking
nut and back it off several turns. If you
plan to adjust the limit stop backward,
turn the bolt clockwise several turns.
Next, adjust the tilt angle until the blade
is at 90° to the table. Turn the 0° limit
bolt counter-clockwise until it is tight.
Finally, turn the locking nut clockwise
until it is tight. The 0° limit stop has now
been set.
0° tilt
limit stop
Fig. 63
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Tilt Angle Indicator
The tilt angle indicator is located at the front of the cabinet, just behind the elevation hand wheel (see Fig. 64).
The indicator shows the current angle of the blade relative to vertical (i.e., perpendicular to the table top).
Once the 0° limit stop is correctly set, turn the
tilt hand wheel counter-clockwise until the limit
stop is reached. Check the reading of the tilt
angle indicator. If necessary adjust the indicator
by loosening the locking screw and rotating the
indicator until it reads 0°. Finally, lock the indicator
in place by tightening the locking screw.
tilt angle
indicator
Fig. 64
locking
screw
45° Tilt Limit Stop
To check the position of the 45° limit stop, install a 10 inch saw blade on the arbor (see page 17). Raise the
blade to its full elevation, and turn the tilt hand wheel clockwise until the limit stop is reached. Using a square,
check to see that the blade is at a 45° angle to the table (see Fig. 65). If you need to adjust the position of the
45° limit stop follow the instructions below.
Adjusting Your Saw
The 45° tilt limit stop is set by the bolt
mounted in the upper right portion of the
front trunnion bracket (see Fig. 66 on
page 60). You can access the bolt by
opening the motor cover. It will also be
necessary to decrease the tilt angle to
about 30° to access the 45° limit bolt.
Fig. 65
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The head of the bolt is painted yellow for easy
identification. To adjust the position of the 45° limit
bolt, first loosen the locking nut and back it off
several turns. Next, turn the 45° limit bolt clockwise
to increase the angle of the limit stop, or counterclockwise to decrease the angle of the limit stop.
Now turn the tilt hand wheel clockwise until the
limit stop is reached. Recheck the angle of the
blade relative to the table. If further adjustment is
needed, decrease the tilt angle to about 30° and
readjust the 45° limit bolt. Repeat this process until
the blade is at 45° to the table when the limit stop
is engaged.
Once the 45° limit bolt is properly adjusted, turn
the locking nut clockwise until it is tight. The 45°
limit stop has now been set.
45° tilt
limit stop
Fig. 66
6. Adjusting the Table Insert:
The SawStop zero clearance insert has been designed to fit securely within the table opening and just below
the table top. The insert is pre-cut at the factory with a 10 inch blade after all alignments to the saw have been
completed.
As shown in Fig. 67, the insert includes
front and rear leveling screws to set the
height of the insert. In addition, positioning
screws at the front and right side of the
insert prevent it from rattling in the table
opening. Finally, a lock-down screw at the
front of the insert prevents the insert from
rising up unexpectedly. The lock-down
screw fits inside an adjustable threaded
bushing that prevents the lock-down screw
from pulling the front of the insert too low.
rear leveling
screws
front leveling
screws
front lockdown
screw
threaded
bushing
positioning
screws
Fig. 67
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To set the height of the insert, first remove the lock-down screw. Next, back off the threaded bushing by turning
it counter-clockwise about one full turn using the included 5 mm hex L-wrench. Then use the included 3 mm
hex L‑wrench to adjust the front and rear leveling screws until the insert is just below the surface of the table.
The lower end of each leveling screw should rest on the corresponding support ledge on the table.
The insert should slide easily into and out of the table opening, but should not be loose in the opening. If the
insert is too loose, use the 3 mm hex L-wrench to turn the side and/or front positioning screw(s) counterclockwise as needed to reduce the clearance between the insert and the table opening. If the insert is too tight,
turn the side and/or front positioning screw(s) clockwise as needed to increase the clearance between the
insert and the table opening.
Now turn the threaded bushing clockwise until the lower portion of the bushing touches the support ledge on
the table. Make sure not to lower the bushing so much that it raises the front of the insert. Finally, install the
locking screw through the bushing to lock the insert in the table opening.
Adjusting the Rear Lock-Down Screws
The rear of the table insert is held down by a pair of lock-down screws mounted in the table at the rear of the
table opening. As shown in Fig. 68, the lock-down screw heads fit between the bottom of the insert and the
heads of the rear leveling screws.
The height of the lock-down screws should
be adjusted to fit close above the leveling
screws, while allowing enough clearance to
install and remove the table insert without
difficulty. The height of the lock-down
screws can be adjusted using the included
3 mm hex L-wrench.
Fig. 68
Adjusting Your Saw
table lockdown
screws
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7. Aligning the Riving Knife and Spreader to the Blade:
For safe operation, the spreader and riving knife should be aligned parallel to the blade, and positioned inside
the kerf of the blade. The spreader, or alternatively, the riving knife, is held in position by a quick-release clamp
mounted under the table and behind the blade (see Fig. 69). Once the clamp is properly adjusted, the spreader
and riving knife will automatically align to the blade when installed in the clamp.
To adjust the clamp, set the tilt angle to
0° and remove the table insert. Remove
the blade and set it aside for a moment.
Make sure the spreader is installed, and
lower the blade elevation to zero.
vertical
positioning bolts
horizontal
positioning bolts
Fig. 69
Next, loosen the horizontal positioning bolts using an 8 mm hex L-wrench. Loosen the bolts just enough to
allow the clamp mounting bracket to slide along its mounting surface. Reinstall the blade and raise the blade
to the fully elevated position.
Place a straight edge along the right side of the blade, making sure the straight edge runs between the teeth of
the blade. Now adjust the position of the clamp until the right side of the spreader is flush and flat against the
straight edge. If necessary, pivot the right anti-kickback pawl up out of the way while performing this step.
Note: if you are using a thin-kerf blade (i.e., kerf
is 0.080 to 0.094 in.), you may need to place one
or more shims between the straight edge and
the side of the blade to ensure the spreader is
centered with the blade.
gap should be
approximately 5-7mm
Once the spreader is positioned parallel to the
blade, check the distance between the curved,
front edge of the spreader and the edge of the
blade. There should be a gap of approximately
5-7 mm between the center-point of the arc on
the front of the spreader and the rear edge of the
blade (see Fig. 70). If necessary, slide the clamp
forward or backward until the spacing between the
blade and the spreader is approximately correct.
Fig. 70
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WARNING! Make sure there is at least 3 mm spacing between the riving knife
and blade at all points. Contact between the blade and either the riving knife
or spreader during operation will cause the brake system to be activated.
Remove the blade and set it aside for a moment. Tighten the horizontal positioning bolts. Remove the spreader
and install the riving knife.
Next, loosen the vertical positioning bolts using the included 5 mm hex L‑wrench. Loosen the bolts just enough
to allow the clamp to slide up and down on the clamp mounting bracket. Reinstall the blade.
The top of the riving knife should be approximately 1 mm below the top of the blade (see Fig. 71). This allows
the riving knife to be used on rabbet cuts and other non-through cuts. In addition, the arc on the front of the
riving knife should be concentric with the blade.
Rest a level on the top of the blade and measure the
distance from the bottom of the level to the top of
the riving knife. If necessary, adjust the position of
the clamp up or down to set the height of the riving
knife, and rotate the clamp forward or backward
until the arc on the riving knife is concentric with the
blade. Once the vertical alignment of the riving knife
is correct, tighten the vertical positioning bolts.
In some cases, adjusting the vertical alignment may
cause the spacing between the riving knife and the
edge of the blade to be incorrect. If this happens,
remove the riving knife and the blade. Install the
spreader and loosen the horizontal positioning
bolts. Now reinstall the blade.
Using the straight edge, reposition the spreader so
that it is parallel and flush with the side of the blade,
and so that the spacing between the edge of the
blade and the arc of the spreader is approximately
5‑7 mm. Remove the blade and tighten the horizontal
positioning bolts.
Fig. 71
Make sure all the positioning bolts are tight. Once the clamp has been properly positioned, further adjustment
should not be necessary. Both the spreader and riving knife should be aligned when installed in the clamp.
Adjusting Your Saw
approximately
1mm
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8. Adjusting the Quick-Release Clamp:
The clamping pressure of the spreader / riving knife quick-release clamp is factory adjusted to hold the spreader
and riving knife securely when the handle is fully down. When correctly adjusted it will require approximately
10‑20 lbs. of force to push the handle to the fully down position. This is a moderate amount of force to apply
with one hand. If excessive force is required to move the handle down, or if you are unable to move the handle
down by hand, then the clamp should be adjusted to reduce the clamping pressure. Alternatively, if the handle
moves down with only light pressure, then the clamping force should be increased. When evaluating the
clamping force, make sure the riving knife or spreader is properly seated in the clamp.
To adjust the clamp, begin by removing the riving knife or spreader. Raise the handle so that it faces upward,
and push the handle toward the clamp. The clamp assembly includes an internal spring designed to push the
clamp open when the handle is raised. Therefore you will have to push the handle toward the clamp against
the force of the spring.
When the handle is fully pressed against the
clamp, an adjustment bolt will be exposed
as shown in Fig. 72. Turn the adjustment
bolt clockwise a slight amount to increase
the clamping pressure, or counter-clockwise
a slight amount to decrease the clamping
pressure. Release the handle and allow the
spring to push it away from the clamp and
re-engage the adjustment bolt. Now reinstall
the spreader or riving knife and test the
clamping pressure. Repeat the adjustment
as necessary until the correct clamping
pressure is achieved.
push handle
toward clamp
adjustment
bolt
Fig. 72
WARNING! It is important to maintain the correct clamping pressure on the riving knife
and spreader. If the pressure is too low these important safety devices may not function
properly and a serious injury could result. In addition, the spreader or riving knife may come
into contact with the blade and cause an unintended activation of the safety system.
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9. Adjusting the Tilt Gearing:
The tilt hand wheel changes the tilt angle of the blade by rotating a worm gear that engages a sector gear on
the front trunnion. The worm gear should be fully engaged in the sector gear to eliminate any play in the tilt
control mechanism. If the tilt angle does not begin changing as soon as the tilt hand wheel is turned, then it may
be necessary to adjust the position of the worm gear. Alternatively, it may be necessary to adjust the position
of the worm gear if the tilt hand wheel binds up during rotation.
The worm gear is mounted on the tilt control shaft and supported by the tilt shaft bracket (see Fig. 73). The
tilt shaft bracket is mounted on the back of the front trunnion bracket by a pair of socket-head mounting bolts.
To adjust the position of the worm gear, loosen the two mounting bolts using a 8 mm hex L-wrench. Move the
worm gear upward to eliminate any play in the tilt mechanism, or move the worm gear downward to prevent
binding. Tighten the mounting bolts and test the tilt mechanism to confirm that it is properly adjusted.
sector gear
worm gear
tilt control
shaft
mounting
bolts
Adjusting Your Saw
tilt shaft
bracket
Fig. 73
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10. Adjusting the Miter Gauge:
The miter gauge bar includes three spring bearings which ensure a close fit between the miter gauge bar and
the miter gauge slots in the table. The bearings can be adjusted to protrude further outward from the side of
the bar to tighten the fit between the bar and the miter slots. Alternatively, the bearings can be adjusted inward
to loosen the fit. To adjust the position
of the spring bearings, insert a 2.5 mm
hex wrench into the back of the bearing
as shown in Fig. 74. Turn the wrench
clockwise to tighten the fit, or counterclockwise to loosen the fit.
The miter gauge also includes indexing
stops to allow you to quickly set the
gauge to -45°, 0°, and +45°. If necessary,
you can adjust these indexing stops
to increase the precision of your miter
cuts.
turn locking
handle to unlock
miter gauge head
To begin, loosen the miter gauge head
by turning the locking handle counterclockwise about 1/2 turn (see Fig. 74).
insert hex wrench to
adjust spring bearings
Fig. 74
Next, for the indexing stop you want to adjust, loosen the corresponding locking nut and turn the set screw
counter-clockwise several turns (see Fig. 75). Place the miter gauge in either the left or right miter slot, and set
a combination square to the desired angle (e.g., -45°, 0°, or +45°). Position one leg of the square flush against
the blade and rotate the miter gauge head until it is flush against the other leg of the square.
Next, turn the handle clockwise until it is
tight to lock the miter gauge head at the
correct angle. Make sure the indexing
pin is pressed in toward the miter gauge
bar, then turn the set screw clockwise
until it hits against the indexing pin.
Finally, tighten the locking nut to prevent
the set screw from moving.
locking nut
Repeat the above process for the other
indexing stops if desired.
set screw
indexing pin
Fig. 75
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Cabinet Saw Specifications
Overall saw dimensions:
Cabinet footprint:
Cast iron table: Extension wing:
Extension table (optional): Weights (may vary with motor):
Shipping weight (approx.):
Blade:
Blade diameter:
Blade tilt:
Blade kerf:
Blade plate thickness:
Max. depth of cut, blade at 0º:
Max. depth of cut, blade at 45º:
Max. rip, right of blade:
Max. rip, left of blade:
Dado diameter:
Dado max. width:
Arbor diameter at blade:
Main bearing size:
Second bearing size:
Table in front of blade (max. elevation):
Table behind blade (max. elevation):
Arbor Runout:
Blade Lateral Movement Over Full Elevation Range:
Table Flatness Measured Diagonally:
Overall Table and Extension Wing Flatness:
Blade Alignment with Miter Slot:
Deviation of Miter Gauge Indexing Stops
from actual angle:
Alignment between Spreader and Blade:
Miter slots:
Dust collection port diameter: Riving knife / spreader thickness:
Blade guard:
Standard Insert:
Dado Insert:
Belts:
Hand Wheels:
Motor Options:
44” w x 34” d x 34” h
69 1/4”w x 36 1/2” d x 34” h (w/ optional fence & 36” rails)
85 1/4” w x 36 1/2” d x 34” h (w/ optional fence & 52” rails)
20” w x 25” d
24” w x 30” d, 44” w x 30” d (w/ extension wings)
10” w x 30” d
24” w x 30” d (36” rails), 40” w x 30” d (52” rails)
530 lbs (table saw only)
635 lbs (w/ optional fence, 36” rails & table)
685 lbs (w/ optional fence, 52” rails & table)
675 lbs (table saw only)
60-tooth, professional grade, 5/8” arbor
10”
Left
3 mm
2 mm
3 1/8”
2 1/4”
52 1/2” (w/ optional 52” rails)
36 1/2” (w/ optional 36” rails)
12 1/2”
8” (requires a separate brake cartridge)
13/16”
5/8”
62 mm OD x 30 mm ID
52 mm OD x 25 mm ID
11”
9 3/4”
0.001” Maximum Allowable Runout
0.006” Maximum
0.010” Maximum Gap
0.025” Maximum Gap
0.010” Maximum displacement
3 hp, 1 phase, 230V, 13A, 60 Hz, TEFC
5 hp, 1 phase, 230V, 20.5A, 60 Hz, TEFC
5 hp, 3 phase, 230V, 13A, 60 Hz, TEFC
5 hp, 3 phase, 480V, 7A, 60 Hz, TEFC
7.5 hp, 3 phase, 230V, 19A, 60 Hz, TEFC
7.5 hp, 3 phase, 480V, 9A, 60 Hz, TEFC
5 hp, 3 phase, 600V, (Canada)
7.5 hp, 3 phase, 600V (Canada)
3 hp, 1 phase, 240V, 50 Hz (Australia)
5 hp, 3 phase, 415V, 50 Hz (Australia)
±0.25º
0.010” Maximum difference
T-shaped, 3/4” at top, 1” at bottom, 3/8” deep
4”
2 mm
polycarbonate, extends only 5/8” to right of blade
zero clearance, phenolic core, melamine surfaces
zero-clearance, phenolic core, melamine surfaces
2 V-ribbed belts— arbor belt is static dissipative
8” diameter, cast iron with chrome handle
3 hp, 3 phase, 230V, 8A, 60 Hz, TEFC (discontinued)
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Maintenance
1. SawStop Safety System:
The safety system in general requires little maintenance. The system performs continuous self-checks both
before and during saw operation. If a problem is detected, the appropriate status code will be displayed on the
LEDs on the switch box.
Brake Cartridge:
Although the brake cartridge requires no maintenance, the condition of the cartridge should be checked
after approximately every 50 hours of saw use. The cartridge is sealed to prevent the entry of dust or other
contaminants into the housing. While a small amount of dust within the housing will not effect its operation, you
should replace the cartridge if a significant amount of dust is visible inside the clear plastic housing. This would
indicate that the cartridge housing seal has been damaged.
WARNING! Never use a brake cartridge if more than a small amount of dust can be seen
inside the clear housing. If sawdust becomes packed inside the housing, the brake make fail
to activate or may activate more slowly, thereby resulting in a serious personal injury.
2. Cabinet:
The interior of the cabinet should be kept free of accumulated saw dust, wood chips and other debris. Periodically
check the dust inside the bottom of the cabinet and trunnion assembly. Vacuum out the cabinet and trunnion
assembly if needed. The 4 inch flexible hose that extends between the bottom of the trunnion assembly and
the dust port on the back of the cabinet can be detached from the trunnion assembly and used to vacuum out
the cabinet using the dust collection system connected to the saw.
3. Elevation and Tilt Mechanisms:
The elevation and tilt gearing should be kept clean and well lubricated. Periodically check the condition of the
elevation miter gears and threaded shaft, and the tilt worm gear and sector gear. If necessary, clean off any
dust, dirt, pitch or other debris using a wire brush, and then reapply a good quality, non-hardening grease.
4. Table and Extension Wings:
The surface of the table and extension wings should be kept clean and free of any rust. If rust develops on
the surface, you can remove it by spraying the surface with a light coat of WD‑40® and scrubbing with a fine
abrasive pad such as ScotchBrite® 7448 hand pads. After wiping the surface clean, coat it with a rust-inhibitive,
surface protectant such as TopCote® or TopSaver™.
5. Belts:
The arbor belt and motor belt should be checked periodically for wear or damage. You can access both belts by
opening the belt access door. Replace any worn or damaged belts. In addition, check the tension of the motor
belt. If light finger pressure on one side of the belt causes more than about 1/2” deflection, the belt should be
tightened. The arbor belt cannot be tightened, and therefore must be replaced if it does not have sufficient
tension to prevent slipping under load.
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Problem
The motor will not start and both
LEDs on the switch box are off.
The motor will not start and at least
one LED on the switch box is on.
The motor stopped unexpectedly
during use but the brake did not
activate.
The brake activated even though
there was no accidental contact.
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
1. There is no power to the saw.
1. Ensure that the electrical supply to
the saw is on and that the correct
voltage is being supplied.
2. The disconnect switch is turned to
OFF.
2. Turn the disconnect switch to ON.
3. There is no brake cartridge installed
in the saw.
3. Install the brake cartridge.
4. The brake cartridge is defective.
4. Replace the brake cartridge with a
new cartridge.
5. For 480V and 600V saws, the fuse
in the side of the contactor box has
blown.
5. Check the fuse in the side of the
contactor box (only on a 480V or
600V saw).
1. The safety system has detected a
system error and is displaying an
error code on the LEDs.
1. Consult the list of System Status
Codes to determine the cause of the
error and the corrective action.
2. The cartridge is defective.
2. Try a different brake cartridge.
3. The motor has overheated and
tripped the thermal overload switch.
3. Wait 10 minutes and try again.
1. The Start/Stop paddle was bumped.
1. Ensure the Start/Stop paddle is in
the OFF position and restart the saw.
2. The material being cut is overloading
the safety detection system (e.g.,
green or wet wood).
2. Use different wood or cut in Bypass
mode.
3. The safety system has detected a
system error and is displaying an
error code on the LEDs.
3. Consult the list of System Status
Codes to determine the cause of the
error and the corrective action.
4. Electrical power to the system was
lost at least temporarily.
4. Ensure that the electrical supply to
the saw is on and that the correct
voltage is being supplied.
5. A door interlock switch was released.
5. Ensure the belt access door and
motor cover are closed and the
interlock switches are actuated.
6. The cartridge is defective.
6. Try a different brake cartridge.
1. Some electrically conductive
material contacted the blade, arbor
or arbor pulley.
1. Make sure no metal or other
conductive material is touching the
blade, arbor or pulley. If you are
trying to cut a conductive material,
use Bypass mode.
2. The spreader or riving knife came
into contact with the blade.
2. Ensure that the spreader or riving
knife is accurately aligned and
securely clamped in place. There
should be a gap of at least 5-7mm
between the blade and the spreader
or riving knife
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Problem
Cannot turn saw on in Bypass mode.
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
1. The sequence for starting the saw in
Bypass mode was not completed.
1. Follow the steps for starting the saw
in Bypass mode exactly.
2. The safety system has detected a
system error and is displaying an
error code on the LEDs.
2. Consult the list of System Status
Codes to determine the cause of the
error and the corrective action.
3. The Bypass key is not fully seated.
3. Insert the Bypass key fully and
ensure it turns a full 90 degrees.
1. The cartridge key is still installed.
1. Remove the cartridge key.
2. The cartridge is bound up on the
pivot pin and the positioning pin.
2. Wiggle the front and back of the
cartridge until it is free, and then pull
the cartridge off both pins evenly.
3. The riving knife / blade guard clamp
handle is in the way.
3. Swing the clamp handle fully upward
to clear the cartridge.
4. The trunnion brace is in the way.
4. Raise the blade elevation fully.
1. The holes in the cartridge shell are
not aligned with the pivot pin and
positioning pin.
1. Make sure the mounting holes in the
cartridge are aligned with the pivot
and positioning pins.
2. There is debris on the pivot or
positioning pins, or in the cartridge
mounting holes.
2. Make sure the pins and mounting
holes are clean and free of
obstructions.
3. The blade is interfering with the
brake pawl.
3. Adjust the brake positioning bolt to
move the cartridge mounting bracket
away from the blade.
1. The cartridge key is not turned to the
UNLOCKED position.
1. Turn the key clockwise until it stops.
2. The shaft of the cartridge key is
binding in the cartridge or on the
cartridge mounting bracket.
2. Try turning/removing the key while
pressing upward or downward on the
key or cartridge.
1. The brake position is adjusted too
far from the blade.
1. Turn the brake positioning bolt
clockwise until the closest point
between the brake pawl and the
blade is about 1/16” to 1/8”.
2. The key is not rotated properly
to align with the keyhole in the
cartridge.
2. Rotate the key so that the handle
is pointing directly toward the brake
pawl.
3. The shaft of the cartridge key is
binding in the cartridge or on the
cartridge bracket.
3. Try installing the key while pressing
upward or downward on the key or
cartridge.
1. The lower elevation limit stop is not
adjusted properly.
1. Adjust lower elevation limit stop.
2. Sawdust has accumulated within the
trunnion assembly and underneath
the lower elevation limit bolt.
2. Locate the bottom of the lower
elevation limit bolt and ensure that
it is not hitting on sawdust when the
blade elevation is lowered.
Cannot remove the brake cartridge.
Cannot install the brake cartridge.
Cannot remove the cartridge key.
Cannot install the cartridge key.
Cannot lower blade below the table.
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Problem
The blade slows down during cut, but
does not stop.
The blade hits the brake pawl during
installation.
The gears sound/feel rough when
raising or lowering the blade.
There is play in the tilt control so that
the tilt hand wheel can be turned at
least 1/8 revolution without changing
the tilt angle of the blade.
The saw does not make accurate 45°
or 90° cuts.
The material binds when making a rip
cut.
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
1. One of the belts is not properly
tensioned.
1. Check the tension of the motor belt
and arbor belt. If the motor belt is
too loose, adjust the position of the
motor to provide the correct tension
on the motor belt. If the arbor belt is
too loose, replace it with a new belt.
2. The blade is binding on the wood.
2. Ensure the spreader or riving knife
is aligned with the blade. If using the
rip fence, ensure it is aligned parallel
to the blade.
3. The voltage supplied to the motor is
incorrect.
3. Ensure the power to the terminal box
is the correct voltage and phase.
Also ensure the wiring to the saw
is the correct gauge for the peak
current draw specified for the motor.
1. The brake position is adjusted too
close to the blade.
1. Turn the brake positioning bolt
counter-clockwise until the closest
point between the brake pawl and
the blade is about 1/16” to 1/8”.
2. The blade is the wrong size.
2. Use only a 10” diameter blade with
a standard brake cartridge, or an 8”
dado set with a dado cartridge.
1. There is dust or debris on the miter
gears or elevation shaft.
1. Clean components and regrease.
2. The lock nut below the vertical miter
gear is too loose or too tight.
2. Tighten or loosen the lock nut as
necessary.
3. The elevation locking knob has not
been released.
3. Turn the elevation locking knob
counter-clockwise to release the
elevation hand wheel.
1. The worm gear is not engaged fully
on the front trunnion sector gear.
1. Adjust the position of the tilt control
shaft as necessary to ensure the
worm gear engages fully with the
front trunnion sector gear.
1. The tilt limit stops are not adjusted
properly.
1. Adjust the tilt limit stops.
2. The tilt angle indicator is not
adjusted properly.
2. Adjust the tilt angle indicator.
3. The miter gauge is not adjusted
properly.
3. Adjust the miter gauge.
4. The miter gauge slots are not
aligned with the blade.
4. Align the miter gauge slots to the
blade.
1. The rip fence is not aligned with the
blade.
1. Align the fence to the blade.
2. The material is warped.
2. Select another piece of material.
3. The feed rate is too high.
3. Try again at a lower feed rate.
4. The spreader or riving knife is not
aligned with the blade.
4. Align the spreader or riving knife.
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Problem
The cuts are not even and/or clean.
The saw vibrates too much.
The motor starts slowly and/or fails to
reach nominal speed.
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
1. The blade is dull.
1. Replace or sharpen the blade.
2. The blade is coated with pitch, gum
or other material.
2. Clean or replace the blade.
3. The blade is not the correct blade for
the material or cut.
3. Replace the blade.
1. The blade is damaged or
unbalanced.
1. Replace the blade.
2. The floor is uneven.
2. Move the saw to a level, even
surface.
3. The bearings are worn.
3. Replace the bearings.
4. The belts are worn.
4. Replace the belts.
1. The electrical supply voltage is too
low.
1. Ensure that the correct voltage is
being supplied to the saw.
2. The electrical supply line to the saw
is under-rated.
2. Ensure that the line that supplies
power to the saw is correctly sized
for the required voltage and current.
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34"
5"
19 1/4"
Front View
2 1/8"
12"
21 7/8"
24"
44"
12 1/2"
4 3/8"
5"
7/8"
3/8"
5"
11 1/8"
9 3/4"
2 1/8"
Rear View
2 1/8"
Cabinet Saw Dimensions
8 7/8"
5"
7/8"
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1 3/4"
1"
Left Side View
31 3/4"
27 3/8"
24 3/4"
24"
30"
33 7/8"
12"
3"
Footprint
19 1/4"
Cabinet Saw Dimensions
24 3/4"
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1/2"
1 1/2"
This diagram illustrates a typical pushstick. Pushsticks should be
constructed from material that is sturdy and electrically non-conductive
such as scrap wood. Pushsticks should always be used when rip
cutting pieces narrower than 6 inches.
Squares are 1”.
Pushstick should be 1/2” to 3/4” thick.
Push Stick Construction
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60°
1/8"
1/4"
4"
1” squares.
Featherboard should be approximately 3/4” thick.
7 3/4"
This diagram illustrates a typical featherboard. Featherboards
should be constructed from good quality wood that is free of
knots. Use Featherboards to help keep the material being cut in
contact with the table, and to help prevent kickback. Do not use
featherboards when cutting with the miter gauge.
24"
Featherboard Construction
Electrical Schematic — 230V, Single-Phase (3 and 5 HP)
TERMINAL BOX
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DISCONNECT
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SURGE
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CONNECT EQUIPMENT
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CONNECT 208-240V
1-PHASE POWER HERE
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1L1
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5L3
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2T1
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A2
COIL
GROUND
PLATE
A1
COIL
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COM
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BELT ACCESS DOOR
INTERLOCK SWITCH
Black
Black
White
White
97
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2T1
4T2
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6T3
MOTOR COVER
INTERLOCK SWITCH
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Blue
Black
Red
White
Yellow
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hit
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k
W
*This saw does not require a neutral line.
NOISE
FILTER
SawStop recommends the use of a 3-wire cable or
conduit, with the black and white wires connected
to power and the green wire connected to a
grounded metal permanent wiring system or
equipment ground.
Green
TO
SWITCH BOX
TO
MOTOR
MAGNETIC
CONTACTOR BOX
If a 4-wire cable or conduit with a neutral wire is
used, the neutral line should be capped with a wire
nut or connected to the unused center terminal.
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a
Bl
Red
TERMINAL BOX
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Wh
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Gre
Red
White
Green
Black
ite
Black
Wh
Black
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Bl
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DISCONNECT
SWITCH
Gre
Green / Yellow
ck
Red
Electrical Schematic — 230V, Three-Phase (3, 5 and 7.5 HP)
SURGE
SUPPRESSOR
CONNECT EQUIPMENT
GROUND HERE
Black
White
CONNECT 208-240V
3-PHASE POWER HERE
Red
Black
te
hi
W
Black
White
Green
Black
1L1
3L2
5L3
13NO
2T1
4T2
6T3
14NO
White
A2
COIL
GROUND
PLATE
A1
COIL
NO
COM
NC
BELT ACCESS DOOR
INTERLOCK SWITCH
Black
Black
White
White
97
98
2T1
4T2
95
96
NO
COM
NC
6T3
MOTOR COVER
INTERLOCK SWITCH
ac
k
Red
Bl
Blue
White
Black
Red
Red
Yellow
ite
h
W
NOISE
FILTER
Green
MAGNETIC
CONTACTOR BOX
TO
SWITCH BOX
TO
MOTOR
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Electrical Schematic — 480V, Three-Phase (5 and 7.5 HP)
en
Bl
Red
TERMINAL BOX
ite
k
ac
Wh
en
Red
White
Green
Red
Gre
Red
Red
ite
Red
Wh
Green / Yellow
k
ac
Bl
ck
Bla
DISCONNECT
SWITCH
Gre
SURGE
SUPPRESSOR
CONNECT 460-480V
3-PHASE POWER HERE
Red
e
hit
W
Green
Black
k
ac
Bl
White
CONNECT EQUIPMENT
GROUND HERE
Black
FUSE
Black
Yellow
Black
A1
COIL
1L1
3L2
5L3
13NO
White
A2
COIL
NO
COM
NC
GROUND
PLATE
BELT ACCESS DOOR
INTERLOCK SWITCH
TRANSFORMER
2T1
4T2
6T3
14NO
2T1
4T2
95
96
6T3
Black
Bl
ac
Red
Yellow
k
te
hi
W
Red
Black
Black
White
NO
COM
NC
MOTOR COVER
INTERLOCK SWITCH
NOISE
FILTER
Green
Black
TO
SWITCH BOX
White
Blue
98
White
97
Red
White
230V
TO
MOTOR
MAGNETIC
CONTACTOR BOX
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Replace Cartridge
System Ready
System Initializing
68
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System Status Codes
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34
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60
61
57
59
22
21
20
48
55
56
47
49
46
18
Lockout before servicing.
Do not operate with
door open.
Moving belts and parts
can pinch, cut or crush.
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®
SawStop, LLC
®
www.sawstop.com
US
175370
c
230 Volts, 60 Hz
13 Amps
1 Phase
Made in Taiwan
3450 RPM
3 HP
Electrical / Electricidad / Électricité
Model No. CB 31230
Serial No. 04-05-0001
10¨ Professional
Cabinet Saw
SawStop
54
50
75
15
11
74
29
79
76
72
30
7
4
73
16
28
5
6
!
WARNING
31
39
32
This machine must be connected to an
electrical ground in accordance with the
National Electrical Code. Failure to connect
to an adequate ground may cause the
safety system to malfunction and could
result in a serious injury.
Connect Only 208-240 Volts,
Single Phase Power.
77
78
3
37
55
12
10
9
38
2
8
1
13
Cabinet and Table Assembly Exploded View
7
9
3
6
5
4
Cabinet and Table Assembly Parts List
No.
Description
Part No.
Qty.
1
Table
CB104 001
1
2
Rear Lock Down Screw for Insert
CB104 002
2
Extension Wing Assembly (complete)
CB104 003
2
N/A
3
Cast Iron Wing
CB104 004
2
4
M10x1.5x30 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 005
6
5
M10.2x18.5 Lock Washers
CB104 006
6
6
M10x25x3 Washers
CB104 007
6
7
M10x1.5x25 Socket Head Set Screw
CB104 008
2
CB104 009
1
8
Standard Insert Assembly (complete)
9
Rear Leveling Screw
CB104 010
2
10
M6x1x14 Front Leveling Screw
CB104 011
2
11
Threading Insert
CB104 012
1
12
M5x0.8x20 Front Lock Down Screw
CB104 013
1
13
M6x1x8 Set Screw
CB104 014
2
Cabinet
CB104 015
1
Surge Suppressor: 200V - 240V
CB104 276
Surge Suppressor: 415V - 480V
CB104 277
16
Strain Relief Coupling
CB104 017
1
17
Belt Access Door
CB104 018
1
18
Belt Access Door Latch
CB104 019
1
19
Belt Access Door Latch Screw
CB104 020
4
20
Grommet for Cable Aperture
CB104 021
1
21
Cover Plate for Tilt Rod Aperture
CB104 022
1
22
M6x1.0x16 Phillips Head Screw
CB104 023
2
23
Blade Wrench
CB104 024
2
24
Wrench Bracket
CB104 025
1
25
M8x1.25x10 Socket Head Bolt
CB104 026
1
26
M8.2x15.4 Lock Washer
CB104 027
1
27
Grommet for Terminal Box
CB104 028
1
28
Terminal Block
CB104 029
1
29
M5x0.8x20 Phillips Head Screw
CB104 030
2
30
Equipment Ground Screw
CB104 031
1
31
Terminal Box Cover
CB104 032
1
32
3/16-24NCx1.4 Terminal Cover Screw
CB104 033
1
33
M10x1.5x30 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 034
8
34
M10.2 x 18.5 Lock Washer
CB104 035
9
35
M10x25x3 Washer
CB104 036
8
14
15
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Cabinet and Table Assembly Parts List
No.
Description
Part No.
Contactor Box 3HP/208-240V/1-phase
CB105 007
Contactor Box 3HP/208-240V/3-phase
CB105 008
Contactor Box 5HP/208-240V/1-phase
CB105 009
Contactor Box 5HP/208-240V/3-phase
CB105 010
Contactor Box 5HP/480V/3-phase
CB105 011
Contactor Box 7.5HP/208-240V/3-phase
CB105 012
Contactor Box 7.5HP/480V/3-phase
CB105 013
Contactor Box 5HP/200V/3-phase/50-60Hz (Japan only)
CB105 027
37
Dust Collection Hose
CB104 038
1
38
Quick-Release Hose Clamp
CB104 039
1
39
Hose Clamp
CB104 040
2
40
Motor Cover
CB105 014
1
41
Bumper
CB104 042
4
46
Angle Ruler
CB104 047
1
47
M5.2x10x1 Washer
CB104 048
2
48
M5x0.8x8 Phillips Head Screw
CB104 049
2
49
SawStop Label
CB104 050
1
50
Motor Cover Warning Label
CB104 051
1
51
Main Power Warning Label
CB104 052
1
52
System Status Codes Label
CB104 053
1
53
Warning Label for Belt Access Door
CB104 054
1
Specification Label (3HP/1PH/230Volt)
CB104 055
Specification Label (3HP/3PH/230Volt)
CB104 056
Specification Label (5HP/1PH/230Volt)
CB104 057
Specification Label (5HP/3PH/230Volt)
CB104 058
Specification Label (5HP/3PH/480Volt)
CB104 059
Specification Label (7.5HP/3PH/230Volt)
CB105 031
Specification Label (7.5HP/3PH/480Volt)
CB105 032
Specification Label (5HP/3PH/200Volt, 50Hz) (Japan only)
CB105 033
Specification Label (5HP/3PH/200Volt, 60Hz) (Japan only)
CB105 034
Terminal Box Label (200-240Volt/single phase)
CB104 060
Terminal Box Label (200-240Volt/three phase)
CB104 061
Terminal Box Label (415-480Volt/three phase)
CB104 062
56
Disconnect Switch
CB105 028
1
57
Disconnect Switch Mounting Screw
CB105 029
4
58
Switch Box Assembly (complete)
CB104 065
1
59
M8x1.25x16 Button Head Socket Screw
CB104 066
4
60
M8.2x15.4 Lock Washer
CB104 067
4
61
Bypass Key
CB104 068
2
36
54
55
Qty.
1
1
1
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Cabinet and Table Assembly Parts List
No.
Description
Part No.
Qty.
62
Belt Access Door Interlock Switch
CB105 001
1
63
M4x0.7x30 Screw
CB105 002
2
64
M4.3x12x1 Washer
CB105 003
6
65
M4x0.7x10 Screw
CB105 004
2
66
Interlock Switch Mounting Bracket
CB105 005
1
67
M4x0.7 Nut
CB105 006
2
68
Switch Box Lock-out Key
CB104 279
1
69
Motor Cover Latch Assembly
CB105 018
1
70
Contactor Box Mounting Plate
CB104 284
1
71
M6x1.0x10 Phillips Head Screw
CB104 285
4
72
Motor Cover Interlock Switch
CB105 017
1
73
M4x0.7x35 Phillips Head Screw
CB105 030
2
74
M4.3x10x1 Washer
CB105 019
4
75
M4x0.7 Lock Nut
CB105 020
2
76
Table Alignment Bracket
CB105 021
1
77
M6x1.0x12 Socket Head Screw
CB105 022
2
78
M6.3x16x2 Washer
CB105 023
2
79
M5x0.8x20 Socket Head Bolt
CB105 024
1
80
M5x0.8 Nut
CB105 025
1
81
Belt Access Door Hinge Pin
CB104 288
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68
4
76
80
70
6
72
75
5
84
74
2
14
15
16
8
81
73
3
103
65
9
101
1
69
15
68
19
10
11
85
106
70
63
61
75
10
11
87
67
86
62
72
60
15
82
76
79
78
42
59
73
60
105
41
34
83
74
19
74
64
33
39
31
38
40
71
66
42
38
31
39
41
19
15
46
44
43
48
11
11
10
12
47
55
77
54
37
45
20
21
98
53
52
88
91
74
102 107
107
102
100
55
49
51
50
45
99
35
57
30
9
96
16
56
31
58
89
9
17
92
93
18
90
28
29
95
94
26
27
31
22
Internal Assembly Exploded View
104
24
15
36
97
19
32
35
25
34
13
33
23
14
15
16
Internal Assembly Parts List
No.
Description
Part No.
3HP, 1PH, 208-240V, 60Hz, TEFC Motor
CB104 069
3HP, 3PH, 208-240V, 60Hz, TEFC Motor
CB104 070
5HP, 1PH, 208-240V, 60Hz, TEFC Motor
CB104 071
5HP, 3PH, 208-240V, 60Hz, TEFC Motor
CB104 072
5HP, 3PH, 480V, 60Hz, TEFC Motor
CB104 073
7.5HP, 3PH, 208-240V, 60Hz, TEFC Motor
CB105 015
7.5HP, 3PH, 480V, 60Hz, TEFC Motor
CB105 016
5HP, 3PH, 200V, 50-60Hz, TEFC Motor (Japan only)
CB105 026
2
M12x1.75x110 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 074
1
3
M12x1.75 Motor Positioning Bolt
CB104 075
1
4
Motor Pulley
CB104 076
1
5
M5x5x30 Key
CB104 077
1
6
M6x1.8 Set Screws
CB104 078
2
7
Tilt Lock Knob
CB104 079
1
8
Front Trunnion Bracket
CB104 080
1
9
Pin
CB104 081
6
10
M10x1.5x55 Hex Head Limit Bolt
CB104 082
3
11
M10x1.5 Nut
CB104 083
4
12
Front Trunnion
CB104 084
1
13
Rear Trunnion Bracket
CB104 085
1
14
M10x1.5x45 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 086
4
15
M10.2x18.5 Lock Washer
CB104 087
13
16
M10x25x3 Washer
CB104 088
8
17
Rear Trunnion
CB104 089
1
18
Trunnion Brace
CB104 090
1
19
M10x1.5x40 Socket Head Bolt
CB104 091
9
20
Front Dust Shroud
CB104 092
1
21
M6x1.0x16 Socket Head Screw
CB104 093
2
22
Riving Knife
CB104 094
1
23
Dust Shroud Door
CB104 095
1
24
Pivot Pin
CB104 096
1
25
M12 E-Clip
CB104 097
2
26
Thumb Screw
CB104 098
1
27
Dust Hose Coupling
CB104 099
1
28
M6x1.0x15 Phillips Head Screw
CB104 100
4
29
M6.3x13x2 Washer
CB104 101
4
30
Bumper
CB104 102
1
31
M6x1.0x12 Socket Head Screw
CB104 103
7
32
V-Bracket
CB104 104
1
33
M8x1.25x20 Socket Head Screw
CB104 105
4
34
M8.2x15.4 Lock Washer
CB104 106
12
1
Qty.
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Internal Assembly Parts List
No.
Description
Part No.
Qty.
35
M5x0.8x15 Socket Head Screw
CB104 107
4
36
M5.1x9.3 Lock Washer
CB104 108
2
37
Elevation Plate
CB104 109
1
38
Large Bronze Bushing
CB104 110
2
39
M6.7x16x2 Washer
CB104 111
4
40
Front Elevation Shaft
CB104 112
1
41
M12x1.75x60 Socket Head Bolt
CB104 113
2
42
M13x22.7 Lock Washer
CB104 114
2
43
Elevation Threaded Rod
CB104 115
1
44
Ball Bearing
CB104 116
2
45
Miter Gear
CB104 117
2
46
M10x20x1.5 Washer
CB104 118
1
47
M10x1.25 Lock Nut
CB104 119
1
48
M10x1.5x75 Hex Head Limit Bolt
CB104 120
1
49
Rear Elevation Shaft
CB104 121
1
50
M16 External Retaining Ring
CB104 122
1
51
M16.25.1.5 Washer
CB104 123
1
52
Eccentric Bushing
CB104 124
1
53
M12 External Retaining Ring
CB104 125
1
54
M5x0.8x8 Set Screw
CB104 126
2
55
M8x1.25x10 Set Screw
CB104 127
4
56
Spherical Bushing
CB104 128
1
57
Clamp Base
CB104 129
1
58
Clamp
CB104 130
1
59
Cable Mount
CB104 131
3
60
M5x0.8x8 Phillips Head Screw
CB104 132
3
61
Gas Spring
CB104 133
1
62
M8x1.25x25 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 134
2
63
Gas Spring Spacer
CB104 135
1
64
M8x1.25 Nut
CB104 136
2
65
M8x1.25 Nut
CB104 137
1
66
Gas Spring Bracket
CB104 138
1
67
Elevation Hand Wheel
CB104 139
1
68
Handle
CB104 140
2
69
Elevation Lock Knob
CB104 141
1
70
M6x1.0x0.6 Set Screw
CB104 142
2
71
Elevation Control Shaft
CB104 143
1
72
M5x5x22 Key
CB104 144
2
73
Key
CB104 145
2
74
Thrust Washer
CB104 146
4
75
Collar
CB104 147
2
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Internal Assembly Parts List
No.
Description
Part No.
Qty.
76
5/16-18NC x 5/16 set screw
CB104 148
4
77
Wave Washer
CB104 149
1
78
Tilt Indicator
CB104 150
1
79
M5.2x10x1 Washer
CB104 151
3
80
Tilt Hand Wheel
CB104 152
1
81
Tilt Control Shaft
CB104 153
1
82
Worm Gear
CB104 154
1
83
M5x28 Pin
CB104 155
1
84
Tilt Control Shaft Support Bracket
CB104 156
1
85
Trunnion Guide Plate
CB104 157
1
86
M6.1x12.3 Washer
CB104 158
2
87
M6x1x1 Socket Head Screw
CB104 159
2
88
Spreader Mounting Plate
CB104 160
1
89
M10x1.5x25 Socket Head Bolt
CB104 161
2
90
Spreader Positioning Plate
CB106 002
1
91
M6x1x20 Socket Head Bolt
CB104 163
2
92
Clamping Plate
CB104 164
1
93
Cam Bushing
CB104 165
1
94
Clamp Handle
CB104 166
1
95
M4x0.7x6 Set Screw
CB104 167
1
96
Spring
CB104 168
1
97
M8x1x40 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 169
1
98
M13x28x3 Washer
CB104 170
2
99
M12x1.75 Lock Nut
CB104 171
2
100
M15 External Retaining Ring
CB104 286
1
101
M10x25x3.0 Washer
CB106 004
2
102
M5x5x18 Key
CB106 005
2
103
M8x1.25x40
CB106 006
1
104
Urethane O-Ring
CB108 001
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20
46
21
47
12
27
11
10
44
50
10
17
43
25
9
18
8
17
49
37
48
19
22
57
10
39
52
51
53
16
30
57
37
36
29
28
58
41
1
54
26
25
24
38
37
31
35
36
6
40
35
42
33
19
23
7
5
32
4
3
34
Arbor Assembly Exploded View
2
13
56
14
55
15
Arbor Assembly Parts List
No.
Description
Part No.
Qty.
1
Arbor Block
CB104 172
1
2
Arbor
CB104 173
1
3
M5x5x28 Key
CB104 174
1
4
Main Arbor Bearing
CB104 175
1
5
Electrode Shell
CB104 176
1
6
M4x0.7x6 Phillips Head Screws
CB104 177
2
7
BW-4 Lock Washer
CB104 178
2
8
Second Arbor Bearing
CB104 179
1
9
Arbor Spacer
CB106 001
1
10
M20 External Retaining Ring
CB104 181
3
11
Arbor Pulley
CB104 182
1
12
M6x1x8 Set Screw
CB104 183
2
13
Blade
CB104 184
1
14
Arbor Washer
CB104 185
1
15
Arbor Nut
CB104 186
1
16
Pivot Shaft
CB104 187
1
17
Bearing
CB104 188
2
18
Double Pulley
CB104 189
1
19
M5x0.8x10 Phillips Head Screw
CB104 190
2
20
Arbor Belt
CB104 191
1
21
Motor Belt
CB104 192
1
22
BW-5 Lock Washer
CB104 193
1
23
Cable Mount
CB104 194
1
24
Brake Positioning Bolt
CB104 195
1
25
Wave Washer
CB104 196
2
26
O-Ring
CB104 197
1
27
M13.5x28x2 Washer
CB104 198
1
28
M10 External Retaining Ring
CB104 199
2
29
Barrel Nut
CB104 200
1
30
Cartridge Bracket Link
CB104 201
1
31
Cartridge Bracket Back Plate
CB104 202
1
32
Cartridge Bracket Face Plate
CB104 203
1
33
Cartridge Cable
CB104 204
1
34
M8x1.25x35 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 205
2
35
Spacer
CB104 206
3
36
M8.2x15.4 Washer
CB104 207
3
37
M8x1.25 Lock Nut
CB104 208
4
38
M6x1x12 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 209
1
39
M6x1 Nut
CB104 210
1
40
M8x1.25x35 Phillips Pan Head Bolt
CB104 211
1
41
Spacer
CB104 212
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Arbor Assembly Parts List
No.
Description
Part No.
Qty.
42
Threaded Pin
CB104 213
1
43
Retraction Bracket
CB104 214
1
44
Retraction Pawl
CB104 215
1
45
M8x1.25x55 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 216
1
46
Spring
CB104 217
1
47
Sleeve
CB104 218
1
48
M8x1.25x25 Hex Head Bolt
CB104 219
1
49
M8.5x16x1 Washer
CB104 220
1
50
Sleeve
CB104 221
1
51
M10x1.5x25 Socket Head Bolt
CB104 222
2
52
M10.2x18.5 Washer
CB104 223
2
53
Retraction Pin
CB104 224
1
54
Brass Pressure Ring
CB104 225
1
55
Brake Cartridge Key
CB104 226
1
56
Brake Cartridge for 10” Blade
TSBC-10L
1
57
Arbor Friction Set Screw
CB104 227
2
58
M13.5x32x2.3 Flat Washer
CB104 228
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WARNING
1. Use the blade guard and spreader for every
operation for which it can be
used.
2. Use the riving knife for non-through sawing.
3. Keep hands away from the saw blade. Use a
push-stick when required.
!
Miter Gauge and Blade Guard Assemblies Exploded View
Miter Gauge and Blade Guard Assemblies Parts List
No. Description
Part No.
Qty.
Blade Guard Assembly (complete)
CB104 229
1
1
Guard Left Half
CB104 230
1
2
Guard Right Half
CB104 231
1
3
M3x1.06x8 Round Head Phillips Screw
CB104 232
5
4
Pivot Arm
CB104 233
1
5
Pivot Pin
CB104 234
1
6
M6 E-Clip
CB104 235
1
7
Splitter
CB104 236
1
8
M6x1x35 Button Head Socket Screw
CB104 237
1
9
M6.1x12.3 Lock Washer
CB104 238
1
10
M6.7x16x2 Washer
CB104 239
3
11
Sleeve
CB104 240
1
12
Internally Threaded Sleeve
CB104 241
1
13
M4x25 Spring Pin
CB104 242
1
14
Spring
CB104 243
1
15
Sleeve
CB104 244
2
16
Anti-Kickback Pawl Right
CB104 245
1
17
Anti-Kickback Pawl Left
CB104 246
1
18
M6x1x30 Button Head Socket Screw
CB104 247
1
19
M6x1 Locking Nut
CB104 248
1
20
Blade Guard Warning Label
CB104 249
1
Replacement Guard Shell Assembly (items 1-3)
CB104 283
Miter Gauge Assembly (complete)
CB104 250
1
21
3/16-24NCx1/4” Phillips Head Screw
CB104 251
3
22
Angle Indicator
CB104 252
1
23
Mounting Block
CB104 253
1
24
Indexing Pin
CB104 254
1
25
O-ring
CB104 255
1
26
Miter Gauge Head
CB104 256
1
27
Angle Ruler
CB104 257
1
28
5/32-32NCx5/8” Phillips Head Screw
CB104 258
3
29
5/32-32NC Nut
CB104 259
3
30
Handle
CB104 260
1
31
M8.5x18x3 Washer
CB104 261
1
32
Bar
CB104 262
1
33
Gauge Head Mounting Screw
CB104 263
1
34
Spring Bearing
CB104 264
3
35
M6x1x6 Pan Head Phillips Screw
CB104 265
1
36
Retaining Disc
CB104 266
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Accessories
SawStop recommends the following accessories for use with your SawStop cabinet saw. Contact SawStop at
503-570-3200 or [email protected] for current pricing and to place an order.
1. SawStop Brake Cartridges:
Standard Brake Cartridge for 10” saw blades
p/n
TSBC-10L
Dado Brake Cartridge for 8” dado sets
p/n
TSDC-8L
Standard Zero-Clearance Table Insert Assembly
—phenolic core with melamine surfaces
p/n
CB104 009
Dado Zero-Clearance Table Insert Assembly
—phenolic core with melamine surfaces
p/n
CB104 267
Low-Profile Blade Guard Assembly
p/n
CB104 229
Miter Gauge Assembly
p/n
CB104 250
SawStop 10” Cabinet Saw Owner’s Manual
p/n
CB104 278
3 mm Hex L-wrench
p/n
CB104 268
5 mm Hex L-wrench
p/n
CB104 269
5 mm Hex ball driver
p/n
CBF105 003
8 mm Hex L-wrench
p/n
CB104 270
Arbor Bearing Installation Kit
p/n
CB105 035
T-Glide™ Industrial Series Fence
p/n
CBF105 000
36” Industrial Series Rails
p/n
CBFR104 3600
36” Industrial Series Extension Table (for use with 36” rails)
p/n
CBFT104 3600
52” Industrial Series Rails
p/n
CBFR104 5200
52” Industrial Series Extension Table (for use with 52” rails)
p/n
CBFT104 5200
2. Miscellaneous Accessories:
3. Tools:
4. Rip Fences and Extension Tables:
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Index
A
Accessories: 7, 11-13, 94
Accidental Contact: 10-12, 28, 31, 40, 44-45
Activation of Brake (see Brake Activation)
Adjustments
blade height: 27
blade tilt (bevel): 27, 37-38, 52-54, 58, 60, 62
brake position: 8, 18-19, 31, 44
limit stops
elevation: 27, 51, 56-57
tilt: 27, 58-60
miter gauge: 36-37, 66
spreader and riving knife clamp: 64
table insert: 22, 60-61
tilt gearing: 65
Alignment
blade elevation assembly: 27, 47-53, 55
riving knife and spreader: 20-21, 35, 62-63, 67
table: 27, 46, 48-49
tilt axis: 52-55
Ambient Temperature: 31
Anti-Kickback Pawl(s): 13, 34, 39, 62
Arbor
belt: 12, 15, 67-68
block: 15, 18, 43, 45, 50, 56-57
diameter: 67
nut: 12, 15, 18, 24
runout: 67
washer: 12, 15, 18, 51
B
Belt Access Door: 14, 26, 31, 51, 58, 68
Blade(s)
abrasive blade: 11, 17, 31
coating(s): 11, 16-17
coast down: 10, 12, 28, 31-32
dado set (see Dado Sets)
damaged: 11-12
elevation: 18, 22, 27, 34, 37-38, 41, 47, 49-52, 56-59, 62, 67
kerf: 21, 35, 62, 67
non-conductive: 11, 17, 31
retraction: 12, 45
standard blade: 11, 13, 31, 56-60, 67
wrench: 13-14, 18, 43
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Index
Blade Guard
anti-kickback pawl: 13, 34, 39, 62
guard: 7-8, 11, 13-14, 20-22, 25, 34-35, 38-39, 67, 92-94
spreader: 8, 13-15, 21-22, 34, 39, 41, 44, 62-64, 67
Brake
activation: 10-12, 18, 22, 28, 31-33, 40, 45, 57, 63-64, 68
cartridge: 5, 7-8, 10-13, 15, 18-20, 31, 33, 40-45, 67-68, 94
cartridge key: 13, 15, 20, 31, 40, 42-44
dado (see Dado)
changing the brake cartridge: 5, 8, 10, 18, 20, 31, 40-45, 68
pawl
position adjustment: 8, 18-20, 31, 44
Brake Positioning Bolt: 15, 18, 43-44
Bypass
key: 14, 24, 33
mode: 5, 10-11, 31-33
switch: 8, 13, 24, 31
C
Cabinet Saw
dimensions: 73-74
specifications: 67
Cartridge (see Brake Cartridge)
Cartridge Key: 13, 15, 20, 31, 40, 42-44
Clamping Handle (for spreader or riving knife): 15, 21, 41, 44
Coast-down: 10, 12, 28, 31-32
Cross-cuts: 35, 37
Cutting
cross-cuts: 35, 37
narrow cuts: 20, 34
non-through cuts: 11, 20, 35, 39, 63
rabbet: 20, 34-35, 63
rip cuts: 34, 38-39, 46, 75
through: 38
D
Dado
brake cartridge: 11-12, 40, 67, 94
cuts: 11, 34-35, 39-40
insert: 67, 94
set: 11-12, 17-18, 21, 40-41, 43-44, 94
Depth of Cut: 36, 67
Detection of Accidental Contact: 1, 5, 10-12, 17, 31-32, 40
Dial Test Indicator: 46-48, 50-55
Dimensions: 73-74
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Index
Disconnect Switch: 7, 10, 14, 24-26, 28, 41, 45-46
Dust
collection: 23, 67-68
hazard: 23
port: 14, 23, 67-68
Dust Shroud Door: 15, 19, 41-42, 44, 57, 85
E
Electrical
grounding: 6, 24
power connection: 6, 8, 17, 24, 26
schematics: 77-79
Elevation
changing the blade elevation: 18, 27, 37-38, 50
elevation handwheel: 13-14, 27-28, 45, 51, 56-59
elevation locking knob: 27
elevation plate: 15, 50-51, 55-57
elevation threaded rod: 15
limit stops: 27, 45, 51, 56-57
Exploded Views
arbor assembly: 88
cabinet and table assembly: 80
internal assebmly: 84
miter gauge and blade guard assemblies: 92
Extension Wing(s)
assembly: 16
cleaning: 16
F
Featherboard(s): 21, 39, 76
Fence: 2, 7, 13, 16, 20, 34, 37-39, 46, 67, 94
Front Elevation Shaft: 50-51
Front Trunnion: 15, 48, 50, 52, 58-59, 65
Front Trunnion Bracket: 15, 48, 52, 58-59, 65
G
Green Wood: 32
Guard (see Blade Guard)
H
Hand Wheel(s): 13-14, 17, 27-28, 45, 47, 51, 53, 56-60, 65, 67
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Index
I
Insert (see Table Insert)
Interlock Switch(es): 7, 26, 31
K
Kerf: 21, 35, 62, 67
Kickback: 8, 20, 37, 39, 76
L
LED(s): 26, 28, 30, 33, 44-45, 68
Limit Stop(s)
elevation: 27, 45, 51, 56-57
tilt: 27, 58-60
Lock-Out: 29
M
Main Power Switch: 7, 10, 12, 26, 28-32, 41, 45-46
Maintenance: 5, 25, 30, 68
Miter Gauge
adjustment: 36-37, 66
indexing pin: 36, 66
index stop(s): 36
slot(s): 14, 35-37, 46-49, 51-55, 66-67
spring bearings: 36, 66
use: 35-37
Motor Belt: 15, 26, 31, 68
Motor Cover: 14, 19, 26, 31, 35, 42, 44, 54, 56-57, 59
O
Overload (of the detection system): 32
P
Push Stick: 11, 38, 75
R
Rear Elevation Shaft: 50-51, 54
Rear Trunnion: 15, 48, 50, 52, 54-55
Rear Trunnion Bracket: 15, 48, 52
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Index
Retraction: 10, 12, 45, 57
Rip
cutting: 34, 38-39, 46, 75
fence: 7, 16, 20, 34, 37-39, 46
narrow rip cuts: 34
Riving Knife: 13-15, 20-21, 25, 34-35, 39, 41, 44, 62-64, 67
S
Saw Placement: 16
SawStop Safety System
activation: 10-12, 18, 22, 28, 31-33, 40, 45, 57, 63-64, 68
bypass mode: 5, 7-8, 10-11, 13-14, 24, 31-33
operation: 5, 10-12, 17-18, 24-25, 28, 30-33, 41, 44-45, 68
system status codes(s): 10, 30-33, 45
ScotchBrite®: 68
Setting Up Your Saw: 16-26
Shipping Weight: 67
Single-Phase Power: 9, 67
Specification Label: 24
Specifications: 67
Splitter (spreader): 8, 13-15, 21-22, 34, 39, 41, 44, 62-64, 67
Standby Mode: 31-32
Start/Stop Paddle: 28-29, 31-33, 41
Static Electricity: 12
Switch Box: 14, 24, 26, 28, 30, 44-45, 68
System Status Code(s): 10, 30-33, 45
T
Table Inserts
adjustment: 22, 60
dado insert: 67, 94
standard insert: 8, 12-14, 22, 34, 41, 44, 49, 60-62, 94
Terminal Box: 14, 24
Thin-kerf blade (see Blades)
Three Phase Power: 9, 17, 24, 67
Tilt
angle: 14, 18, 27, 34, 37-38, 41, 47, 49, 51-54, 58-60, 62, 65
angle indicator: 14, 27, 58-59
angle scale: 14, 27
hand wheel: 13-14, 17, 27, 53, 58-60, 65
limit stop: 27, 58-60
locking knob: 27
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Index
TopCote®: 16, 68
TopSaver™: 16, 68
Troubleshooting: 69-72
Trunnion Brace: 19, 57
U
Unpacking Your Saw: 13
Using Your Saw: 27-44
V
V-bracket: 54-55
W
Warning Labels: 8
Warranty: 1, 5, 12, 24
WD‑40®: 68
Wet Wood: 32
Wiring (see Electrical, power connection and schematic)
Worm Gear: 65, 68
Z
Zero-Clearance Table Insert (see Table Insert)
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SawStop, LLC
9564 S.W. Tualatin Road
Tualatin, Oregon 97062
www.sawstop.com
phone 503-570-3200
fax 503-570-3303
email: [email protected]
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